Manous Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Manous Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04077 |
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
Hoener, Kristin & Pinyan, Thomas
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Manous Lake Dam South?
Manous Lake Dam South 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 South?
Manous Lake Dam South is owned by Hoener, Kristin & Pinyan, Thomas (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Manous Lake Dam South built?
Manous Lake Dam South was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 South?
Manous Lake Dam South 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 South?
Manous Lake Dam South has a dam height of 26 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 South last inspected?
Manous Lake Dam South was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.