Purvis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Purvis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,820 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03430 |
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
Purvis, Fred E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Purvis Lake Dam?
Purvis 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 Purvis Lake Dam?
Purvis Lake Dam is owned by Purvis, Fred E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Purvis Lake Dam built?
Purvis Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Purvis Lake Dam?
Purvis Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Purvis Lake Dam?
Purvis Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Purvis Lake Dam last inspected?
Purvis Lake Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.