Marmelo Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marmelo Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 389 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 86 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06300 |
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
Ocmulgee Fields, Inc. Ocmulgee Fields, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marmelo Farms Lake Dam?
Marmelo Farms 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 Marmelo Farms Lake Dam?
Marmelo Farms Lake Dam is owned by Ocmulgee Fields, Inc. Ocmulgee Fields, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Marmelo Farms Lake Dam?
Marmelo Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Marmelo Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Marmelo Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.