Red Hill Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Hill Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 671 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04757 |
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
Miller, Walter W Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Hill Farms Lake Dam?
Red Hill Farms 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 Red Hill Farms Lake Dam?
Red Hill Farms Lake Dam is owned by Miller, Walter W Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Hill Farms Lake Dam built?
Red Hill Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Red Hill Farms Lake Dam?
Red Hill Farms 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 Red Hill Farms Lake Dam?
Red Hill Farms 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 Red Hill Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Red Hill Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on August 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.