Phelps Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Phelps Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 534 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04301 |
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
Phelps, Perry D & Bobbie, & Rebecca Phelps Long Dixon, Thomas James B Jr & Rosalyn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Phelps Lake Dam?
Phelps 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 Phelps Lake Dam?
Phelps Lake Dam is owned by Phelps, Perry D & Bobbie, & Rebecca Phelps Long Dixon, Thomas James B Jr & Rosalyn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Phelps Lake Dam built?
Phelps Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Phelps Lake Dam?
Phelps 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 Phelps Lake Dam?
Phelps Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Phelps Lake Dam last inspected?
Phelps Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.