Pendleton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pendleton Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05300 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Benjamin Gaxiola;The Pendleton HOA;Town of Tyrone
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pendleton Lake Dam?
Pendleton Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pendleton Lake Dam?
Pendleton Lake Dam is owned by Benjamin Gaxiola;The Pendleton HOA;Town of Tyrone (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pendleton Lake Dam built?
Pendleton Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Pendleton Lake Dam?
Pendleton 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 Pendleton Lake Dam?
Pendleton Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Pendleton Lake Dam last inspected?
Pendleton Lake Dam was last inspected on January 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.