Pierson Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Pierson Lake Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01039 |
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
Pierson, J. J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pierson Lake Dam #1?
Pierson Lake Dam #1 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 Pierson Lake Dam #1?
Pierson Lake Dam #1 is owned by Pierson, J. J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pierson Lake Dam #1 built?
Pierson Lake Dam #1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Pierson Lake Dam #1?
Pierson Lake Dam #1 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 Pierson Lake Dam #1?
Pierson Lake Dam #1 has a dam height of 34 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 Pierson Lake Dam #1 last inspected?
Pierson Lake Dam #1 was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.