Merritt South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Merritt South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 351 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00991 |
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
Merritt Enterprises Inc. (Richard Merritt)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Merritt South Lake Dam?
Merritt South 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 South Lake Dam?
Merritt South Lake Dam is owned by Merritt Enterprises Inc. (Richard Merritt) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Merritt South Lake Dam built?
Merritt South Lake Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Merritt South Lake Dam?
Merritt South 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 South Lake Dam?
Merritt South 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 Merritt South Lake Dam last inspected?
Merritt South Lake Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.