Margery Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Margery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,065 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 585 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 442 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 333 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02539 |
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
Dnr/Wildlife Resources Division
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Margery Lake Dam?
Margery 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 Margery Lake Dam?
Margery Lake Dam is owned by Dnr/Wildlife Resources Division (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Margery Lake Dam built?
Margery Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Margery Lake Dam?
Margery 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 Margery Lake Dam?
Margery Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Margery Lake Dam last inspected?
Margery Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.