Mountain Rivers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Rivers 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 | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 48 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04263 |
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
Scott Harris George F. Anderson Mary H. Akers Abbott & Helen Abbott Jonas, and their successors in Trust, as Co-Trustees under the Will of John Y. Abbott Mr. and Mrs. Lowe
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mountain Rivers Lake Dam?
Mountain Rivers 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 Mountain Rivers Lake Dam?
Mountain Rivers Lake Dam is owned by Scott Harris George F. Anderson Mary H. Akers Abbott & Helen Abbott Jonas, and their successors in Trust, as Co-Trustees under the Will of John Y. Abbott Mr. and Mrs. Lowe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Rivers Lake Dam built?
Mountain Rivers 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 Mountain Rivers Lake Dam?
Mountain Rivers 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 Mountain Rivers Lake Dam?
Mountain Rivers Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Mountain Rivers Lake Dam last inspected?
Mountain Rivers Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.