Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6
Key Takeaway
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 54 ft (taller than 96.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02444 |
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
Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6?
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 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 Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6?
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 is owned by Newnan Waterworks Sewerage and Light Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 built?
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6?
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 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 Lake Dam No. 6?
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 has a dam height of 54 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 Lake Dam No. 6 last inspected?
Newnan Waterworks Lake Dam No. 6 was last inspected on February 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.