Peterman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Peterman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 370 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03671 |
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
Peterman, Millard G.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Peterman Lake Dam?
Peterman 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 Peterman Lake Dam?
Peterman Lake Dam is owned by Peterman, Millard G. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peterman Lake Dam built?
Peterman Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Peterman Lake Dam?
Peterman 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 Peterman Lake Dam?
Peterman Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Peterman Lake Dam last inspected?
Peterman Lake Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.