Post Road Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Post Road Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 55 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06272 |
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
Gensler Bryans
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Post Road Lake Dam?
Post Road 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 Post Road Lake Dam?
Post Road Lake Dam is owned by Gensler Bryans (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Post Road Lake Dam?
Post Road 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 Post Road Lake Dam?
Post Road Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Post Road Lake Dam last inspected?
Post Road Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.