Manous Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Manous Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04085 |
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
Cain, Jackie & Karol
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Manous Lake Dam North?
Manous Lake Dam North 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 Manous Lake Dam North?
Manous Lake Dam North is owned by Cain, Jackie & Karol (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Manous Lake Dam North built?
Manous Lake Dam North was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Manous Lake Dam North?
Manous Lake Dam North 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 Manous Lake Dam North?
Manous Lake Dam North has a dam height of 32 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 Manous Lake Dam North last inspected?
Manous Lake Dam North was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.