Paulk Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Paulk Lake Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 950 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00268 |
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
Paulk, Clifford Lamar
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paulk Lake Dam #2?
Paulk Lake Dam #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 Paulk Lake Dam #2?
Paulk Lake Dam #2 is owned by Paulk, Clifford Lamar (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paulk Lake Dam #2 built?
Paulk Lake Dam #2 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Paulk Lake Dam #2?
Paulk Lake Dam #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 Paulk Lake Dam #2?
Paulk Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 12 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 Paulk Lake Dam #2 last inspected?
Paulk Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.