Pinion Point Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pinion Point Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| NID ID | GA06159 |
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
Michael Shea
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pinion Point Lake Dam?
Pinion Point 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 Pinion Point Lake Dam?
Pinion Point Lake Dam is owned by Michael Shea (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pinion Point Lake Dam?
Pinion Point 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 Pinion Point Lake Dam?
Pinion Point 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 Pinion Point Lake Dam last inspected?
Pinion Point Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.