Peede Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Peede Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03053 |
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
Ellis, Susan P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Peede Lake Dam South?
Peede 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 Peede Lake Dam South?
Peede Lake Dam South is owned by Ellis, Susan P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peede Lake Dam South built?
Peede Lake Dam South was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Peede Lake Dam South?
Peede 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 Peede Lake Dam South?
Peede Lake Dam South 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 Peede Lake Dam South last inspected?
Peede Lake Dam South was last inspected on May 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.