Ned Yost Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Ned Yost Lake Dam East is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06889 |
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
Yost, Ned
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ned Yost Lake Dam East?
Ned Yost Lake Dam East 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 Ned Yost Lake Dam East?
Ned Yost Lake Dam East is owned by Yost, Ned (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ned Yost Lake Dam East?
Ned Yost Lake Dam East 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 Ned Yost Lake Dam East?
Ned Yost Lake Dam East has a dam height of 17 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 Ned Yost Lake Dam East last inspected?
Ned Yost Lake Dam East was last inspected on May 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.