Pinley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pinley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 692 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01346 |
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
George Kritko The Goodwin Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pinley Lake Dam?
Pinley 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 Pinley Lake Dam?
Pinley Lake Dam is owned by George Kritko The Goodwin Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pinley Lake Dam built?
Pinley 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 Pinley Lake Dam?
Pinley 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 Pinley Lake Dam?
Pinley Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Pinley Lake Dam last inspected?
Pinley Lake Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.