Martin Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Brooks, Georgia· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Martin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage209 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area102 sq mi
Year Modified1967
NID IDGA03944

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 17, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Martin, Lovelle W., Etal

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martin Lake Dam?

Martin 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 Martin Lake Dam?

Martin Lake Dam is owned by Martin, Lovelle W., Etal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Martin Lake Dam?

Martin 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 Martin Lake Dam?

Martin Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Martin Lake Dam last inspected?

Martin Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.