Marchman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marchman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07209 |
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
Development Authority of The City of Forest Park
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marchman Lake Dam?
Marchman 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 Marchman Lake Dam?
Marchman Lake Dam is owned by Development Authority of The City of Forest Park (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marchman Lake Dam built?
Marchman Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Marchman Lake Dam?
Marchman 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 Marchman Lake Dam?
Marchman Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.