Padgett's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Padgett's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 294 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00740 |
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
Dudley, Deena C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Padgett's Lake Dam?
Padgett's 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 Padgett's Lake Dam?
Padgett's Lake Dam is owned by Dudley, Deena C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Padgett's Lake Dam built?
Padgett's Lake Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Padgett's Lake Dam?
Padgett's Lake Dam 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 Padgett's Lake Dam?
Padgett's Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.