Smith Green Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Green Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 87 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02155 |
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
JPS Farm Properties LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Green Lake Dam?
Smith Green 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 Smith Green Lake Dam?
Smith Green Lake Dam is owned by JPS Farm Properties LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Green Lake Dam built?
Smith Green Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Smith Green Lake Dam?
Smith Green 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 Smith Green Lake Dam?
Smith Green Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Smith Green Lake Dam last inspected?
Smith Green Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.