Morris Lake Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Morris Lake Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,548 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06432 |
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
George C. Morris Jr. & Barry Lee Morris
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morris Lake Dam No. 2?
Morris Lake Dam No. 2 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 Morris Lake Dam No. 2?
Morris Lake Dam No. 2 is owned by George C. Morris Jr. & Barry Lee Morris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Morris Lake Dam No. 2?
Morris Lake Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 11 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.