Meadows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Meadows Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 159 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05136 |
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
Meadows, Irene Hunter
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meadows Lake Dam?
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 Meadows Lake Dam?
Meadows Lake Dam is owned by Meadows, Irene Hunter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadows Lake Dam built?
Meadows Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Meadows Lake Dam?
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 Meadows Lake Dam?
Meadows Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Meadows Lake Dam last inspected?
Meadows Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.