Rose Dew Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rose Dew Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 375 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00169 |
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
Mcarthur, Sara/Connie Hierholzer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rose Dew Lake Dam?
Rose Dew 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 Rose Dew Lake Dam?
Rose Dew Lake Dam is owned by Mcarthur, Sara/Connie Hierholzer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rose Dew Lake Dam built?
Rose Dew 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 Rose Dew Lake Dam?
Rose Dew Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rose Dew Lake Dam?
Rose Dew Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Rose Dew Lake Dam last inspected?
Rose Dew Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.