Merritt Small Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Merritt Small Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 825 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | GA05591 |
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
Plott Family Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Merritt Small Lake Dam?
Merritt Small 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 Merritt Small Lake Dam?
Merritt Small Lake Dam is owned by Plott Family Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Merritt Small Lake Dam?
Merritt Small 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 Merritt Small Lake Dam?
Merritt Small Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Merritt Small Lake Dam last inspected?
Merritt Small Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.