Pear Tree Farm Lake
Key Takeaway
Pear Tree Farm Lake is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05191 |
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
Pear Tree Farm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pear Tree Farm Lake?
Pear Tree Farm Lake 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 Pear Tree Farm Lake?
Pear Tree Farm Lake is owned by Pear Tree Farm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pear Tree Farm Lake built?
Pear Tree Farm Lake was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Pear Tree Farm Lake?
Pear Tree Farm Lake 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 Pear Tree Farm Lake?
Pear Tree Farm Lake has a dam height of 33 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.