Phillips Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Phillips Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 951 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02626 |
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
Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Phillips Lake Dam?
Phillips 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 Phillips Lake Dam?
Phillips Lake Dam is owned by Phillips, Mr. and Mrs. Vernon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Phillips Lake Dam built?
Phillips 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 Phillips Lake Dam?
Phillips Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Phillips Lake Dam?
Phillips Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Phillips Lake Dam last inspected?
Phillips Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.