Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1
Key Takeaway
Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| NID ID | GA04190 |
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
Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1?
Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 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 Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1?
Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 is owned by Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1?
Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1?
Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 has a dam height of 36 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 Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 last inspected?
Newnan Waterworks Dam # 1 was last inspected on January 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.