Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA07522 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nelson Hill Homeowners’ Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam?
Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam?
Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam is owned by Nelson Hill Homeowners’ Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam?
Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam last inspected?
Nelson Hill Subdivision Lake Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.