Mirrow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mirrow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 118 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02982 |
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
Manous Family LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mirrow Lake Dam?
Mirrow 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 Mirrow Lake Dam?
Mirrow Lake Dam is owned by Manous Family LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mirrow Lake Dam built?
Mirrow Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Mirrow Lake Dam?
Mirrow 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 Mirrow Lake Dam?
Mirrow Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Mirrow Lake Dam last inspected?
Mirrow Lake Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.