Memorial Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Memorial Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 272 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02388 |
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
Moss Land Company LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Memorial Lake Dam?
Memorial 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 Memorial Lake Dam?
Memorial Lake Dam is owned by Moss Land Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Memorial Lake Dam built?
Memorial Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Memorial Lake Dam?
Memorial Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Memorial Lake Dam?
Memorial 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.