Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | GA03962 |
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
Bartow County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pumpkinvine Ridge 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 Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam is owned by Bartow County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pumpkinvine Ridge 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 Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Pumpkinvine Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.