Sells Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sells Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 145 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03411 |
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
Jacke B Thaggard Paige Thaggard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sells Lake Dam?
Sells 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 Sells Lake Dam?
Sells Lake Dam is owned by Jacke B Thaggard Paige Thaggard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sells Lake Dam built?
Sells Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Sells Lake Dam?
Sells 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 Sells Lake Dam?
Sells Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Sells Lake Dam last inspected?
Sells Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.