Russell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Russell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 97.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00877 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Russell Lake Dam?
Russell 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 Russell Lake Dam?
Russell Lake Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Russell Lake Dam built?
Russell Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Russell Lake Dam?
Russell Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Russell Lake Dam?
Russell Lake Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Russell Lake Dam last inspected?
Russell Lake Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.