Plemmons Lake Dam

Butts, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Plemmons Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage172 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06029

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 29, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Schmidt, Walter

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Plemmons Lake Dam?

Plemmons 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 Plemmons Lake Dam?

Plemmons Lake Dam is owned by Schmidt, Walter (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Plemmons Lake Dam?

Plemmons Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Plemmons Lake Dam last inspected?

Plemmons Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.