Newport Irrigation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Newport Irrigation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Max Storage | 476 acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA00067 |
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
Lake Land Sands LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newport Irrigation Lake Dam?
Newport Irrigation 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 Newport Irrigation Lake Dam?
Newport Irrigation Lake Dam is owned by Lake Land Sands LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Newport Irrigation Lake Dam?
Newport Irrigation Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.