Pace Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Pace Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04763 |
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
Thomaston Healthcare Properties LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pace Lake Dam South?
Pace Lake Dam South 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 Pace Lake Dam South?
Pace Lake Dam South is owned by Thomaston Healthcare Properties LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pace Lake Dam South built?
Pace Lake Dam South was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Pace Lake Dam South?
Pace Lake Dam South 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 Pace Lake Dam South?
Pace Lake Dam South has a dam height of 16 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 Pace Lake Dam South last inspected?
Pace Lake Dam South was last inspected on February 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.