Pennington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pennington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,880 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02863 |
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
Pennington, John R.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pennington Lake Dam?
Pennington 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 Pennington Lake Dam?
Pennington Lake Dam is owned by Pennington, John R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pennington Lake Dam built?
Pennington Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Pennington Lake Dam?
Pennington 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 Pennington Lake Dam?
Pennington Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.