Perry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Perry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06006 |
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
Ed Perry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perry Lake Dam?
Perry 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 Perry Lake Dam?
Perry Lake Dam is owned by Ed Perry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perry Lake Dam built?
Perry Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Perry Lake Dam?
Perry Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.