Neal Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Warren, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Neal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length455 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area85 sq mi
NID IDGA02249

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Neal, J. W.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Neal Lake Dam?

Neal 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 Neal Lake Dam?

Neal Lake Dam is owned by Neal, J. W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Neal Lake Dam?

Neal Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Neal Lake Dam?

Neal Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.