Silver Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 101 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03926 |
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
Drive Land Trust Carolyn French
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Ridge Lake Dam?
Silver Ridge 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 Silver Ridge Lake Dam?
Silver Ridge Lake Dam is owned by Drive Land Trust Carolyn French (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Silver Ridge Lake Dam?
Silver Ridge 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 Silver Ridge Lake Dam?
Silver Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Silver Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Silver Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.