Pippin Lake Dam # 3
Key Takeaway
Pippin Lake Dam # 3 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | GA05106 |
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
Pippen, Denard Jackson & Jacqueline K
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pippin Lake Dam # 3?
Pippin Lake Dam # 3 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 Pippin Lake Dam # 3?
Pippin Lake Dam # 3 is owned by Pippen, Denard Jackson & Jacqueline K (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pippin Lake Dam # 3?
Pippin Lake Dam # 3 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 Pippin Lake Dam # 3?
Pippin Lake Dam # 3 has a dam height of 31 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 Pippin Lake Dam # 3 last inspected?
Pippin Lake Dam # 3 was last inspected on April 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.