Moss Land Company Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moss Land Company Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 266 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00819 |
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
Moss Land Company LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moss Land Company Lake Dam?
Moss Land Company 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 Moss Land Company Lake Dam?
Moss Land Company Lake Dam is owned by Moss Land Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Moss Land Company Lake Dam?
Moss Land Company 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 Moss Land Company Lake Dam?
Moss Land Company Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Moss Land Company Lake Dam last inspected?
Moss Land Company Lake Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.