Pittman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pittman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03452 |
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
Connell, Dan W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pittman Lake Dam?
Pittman 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 Pittman Lake Dam?
Pittman Lake Dam is owned by Connell, Dan W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pittman Lake Dam built?
Pittman Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Pittman Lake Dam?
Pittman Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pittman Lake Dam?
Pittman Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Pittman Lake Dam last inspected?
Pittman Lake Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.