Meaders Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Meaders Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06580 |
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
VARIAN CYNTHIA FAMILY TRUST VARIAN CYNTHIA TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meaders Lake Dam?
Meaders 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 Meaders Lake Dam?
Meaders Lake Dam is owned by VARIAN CYNTHIA FAMILY TRUST VARIAN CYNTHIA TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Meaders Lake Dam?
Meaders Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Meaders Lake Dam last inspected?
Meaders Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.