River Green Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
River Green Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 96.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA05341 |
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
River Green Community Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of River Green Lake Dam?
River Green 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 River Green Lake Dam?
River Green Lake Dam is owned by River Green Community Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of River Green Lake Dam?
River Green Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is River Green Lake Dam?
River Green Lake Dam has a dam height of 52 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 River Green Lake Dam last inspected?
River Green Lake Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.