Talerico Lake Dam

Unknown· Douglas, Georgia· Built 1965· Earth· 22 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Talerico Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length405 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area857 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDGA02520

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lakeside at Arbor Place

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Talerico Lake Dam?

Talerico Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Talerico Lake Dam?

Talerico Lake Dam is owned by Lakeside at Arbor Place (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Talerico Lake Dam built?

Talerico Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Talerico Lake Dam?

Talerico 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 Talerico Lake Dam?

Talerico Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.

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.