Osteen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Osteen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05839 |
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
Dan Osteen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Osteen Lake Dam?
Osteen 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 Osteen Lake Dam?
Osteen Lake Dam is owned by Dan Osteen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Osteen Lake Dam built?
Osteen Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Osteen Lake Dam?
Osteen Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Osteen Lake Dam?
Osteen Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Osteen Lake Dam last inspected?
Osteen Lake Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.