Manning Lake Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01927 |
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
Manning, Brince Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Manning Lake Dam No. 1?
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 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 Manning Lake Dam No. 1?
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 is owned by Manning, Brince Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Manning Lake Dam No. 1 built?
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Manning Lake Dam No. 1?
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 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 Manning Lake Dam No. 1?
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 31 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 Manning Lake Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Manning Lake Dam No. 1 was last inspected on February 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.