Pine Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Mountain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 556 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 456 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| NID ID | GA05938 |
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
Mike B. Patton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Mountain Lake Dam?
Pine Mountain 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 Pine Mountain Lake Dam?
Pine Mountain Lake Dam is owned by Mike B. Patton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pine Mountain Lake Dam?
Pine Mountain 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 Pine Mountain Lake Dam?
Pine Mountain Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Pine Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
Pine Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.