Mitchell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mitchell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 617 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 337 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03973 |
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
Mitchell, Steven & Stan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell 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 Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell Lake Dam is owned by Mitchell, Steven & Stan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitchell Lake Dam built?
Mitchell Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell 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 Mitchell Lake Dam?
Mitchell Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Mitchell Lake Dam last inspected?
Mitchell Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.