Mockingbird Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mockingbird Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | GA04622 |
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
Callaway Foundation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mockingbird Lake Dam?
Mockingbird 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 Mockingbird Lake Dam?
Mockingbird Lake Dam is owned by Callaway Foundation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mockingbird Lake Dam?
Mockingbird 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 Mockingbird Lake Dam?
Mockingbird Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Mockingbird Lake Dam last inspected?
Mockingbird Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.