Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06151 |
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
The Honorable Dave Carmichael, Chairman
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2?
Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 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 Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2?
Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 is owned by The Honorable Dave Carmichael, Chairman (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2?
Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 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 Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2?
Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 20 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 Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Oberlochen Lake Dam No. 2 was last inspected on July 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.