Manion Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Manion Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 419 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04632 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lisa Rusinyak
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Manion Lake Dam?
Manion Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Manion Lake Dam?
Manion Lake Dam is owned by Lisa Rusinyak (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Manion Lake Dam built?
Manion Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Manion Lake Dam?
Manion Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Manion Lake Dam?
Manion Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Manion Lake Dam last inspected?
Manion Lake Dam was last inspected on August 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.