Pasley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pasley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 205 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01622 |
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
Pasley, Alvah
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pasley Lake Dam?
Pasley 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 Pasley Lake Dam?
Pasley Lake Dam is owned by Pasley, Alvah (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pasley Lake Dam built?
Pasley Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Pasley Lake Dam?
Pasley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pasley Lake Dam?
Pasley Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Pasley Lake Dam last inspected?
Pasley Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.