Marie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marie Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 618 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01065 |
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
Yvonne Irene Devane
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marie Lake Dam?
Marie 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 Marie Lake Dam?
Marie Lake Dam is owned by Yvonne Irene Devane (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marie Lake Dam built?
Marie Lake Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Marie Lake Dam?
Marie Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marie Lake Dam?
Marie Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.