Rutland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rutland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01441 |
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
Allen, Allen & Boling LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rutland Lake Dam?
Rutland 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 Rutland Lake Dam?
Rutland Lake Dam is owned by Allen, Allen & Boling LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rutland Lake Dam built?
Rutland Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Rutland Lake Dam?
Rutland Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rutland Lake Dam?
Rutland Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Rutland Lake Dam last inspected?
Rutland Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.