Spring Head Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Head Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02719 |
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
Mastrean, Michele Lea
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Head Lake Dam?
Spring Head 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 Spring Head Lake Dam?
Spring Head Lake Dam is owned by Mastrean, Michele Lea (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Head Lake Dam built?
Spring Head 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 Spring Head Lake Dam?
Spring Head 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 Spring Head Lake Dam?
Spring Head Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Spring Head Lake Dam last inspected?
Spring Head Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.