Preferred Land Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Preferred Land Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 507 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 366 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01531 |
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
Ward,Felker,W.Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Preferred Land Lake Dam?
Preferred Land 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 Preferred Land Lake Dam?
Preferred Land Lake Dam is owned by Ward,Felker,W.Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Preferred Land Lake Dam built?
Preferred Land Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Preferred Land Lake Dam?
Preferred Land 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 Preferred Land Lake Dam?
Preferred Land 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 Preferred Land Lake Dam last inspected?
Preferred Land Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.