Perrow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perrow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 194 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00675 |
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
Perrow, G. H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perrow Lake Dam?
Perrow 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 Perrow Lake Dam?
Perrow Lake Dam is owned by Perrow, G. H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perrow Lake Dam built?
Perrow Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Perrow Lake Dam?
Perrow Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Perrow Lake Dam?
Perrow Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Perrow Lake Dam last inspected?
Perrow Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.