Mosby Woods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mosby Woods Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 222 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06198 |
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
Mosby Woods Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mosby Woods Lake Dam?
Mosby Woods 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 Mosby Woods Lake Dam?
Mosby Woods Lake Dam is owned by Mosby Woods Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mosby Woods Lake Dam?
Mosby Woods 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 Mosby Woods Lake Dam?
Mosby Woods Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Mosby Woods Lake Dam last inspected?
Mosby Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on February 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.