Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00500 |
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
Larry Lynch
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam?
Shady Dale Farm 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 Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam?
Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam is owned by Larry Lynch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam built?
Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam?
Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam?
Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Shady Dale Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.