Massengale Meadows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Massengale Meadows Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 486 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06253 |
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
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O'Hara Sarantis Family
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Massengale Meadows Lake Dam?
Massengale Meadows 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 Massengale Meadows Lake Dam?
Massengale Meadows Lake Dam is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O'Hara Sarantis Family (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Massengale Meadows Lake Dam?
Massengale Meadows 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 Massengale Meadows Lake Dam?
Massengale Meadows Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Massengale Meadows Lake Dam last inspected?
Massengale Meadows Lake Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.