Tailings Impoundment Lake Dam
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 Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06999 |
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
Engelhard Corporation Pigment & Additives Division
Private
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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.