Perdue Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perdue Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02599 |
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
Forestbrooke and Straford Hills HOA Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perdue Lake Dam?
Perdue 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 Perdue Lake Dam?
Perdue Lake Dam is owned by Forestbrooke and Straford Hills HOA Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perdue Lake Dam built?
Perdue Lake Dam 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 Perdue Lake Dam?
Perdue Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Perdue Lake Dam?
Perdue Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Perdue Lake Dam last inspected?
Perdue Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.