Ramsey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ramsey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 405 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02017 |
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
Mansfield, Jill Ramsey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ramsey Lake Dam?
Ramsey 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 Ramsey Lake Dam?
Ramsey Lake Dam is owned by Mansfield, Jill Ramsey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ramsey Lake Dam built?
Ramsey Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Ramsey Lake Dam?
Ramsey 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 Ramsey Lake Dam?
Ramsey Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Ramsey Lake Dam last inspected?
Ramsey Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.