Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam

Washington, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage960 acre-ft
Normal Storage840 acre-ft
Surface Area56 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06999

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 2003
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Engelhard Corporation Pigment & Additives Division

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam?

Tailings Impoundment 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 Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam?

Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam is owned by Engelhard Corporation Pigment & Additives Division (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam?

Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam last inspected?

Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.