Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 638 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02967 |
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
Stanley Jackson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam?
Mutley Mudhole 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 Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam?
Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam is owned by Stanley Jackson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam built?
Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam?
Mutley Mudhole 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 Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam?
Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam last inspected?
Mutley Mudhole Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.