Tanglewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tanglewood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 79 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02893 |
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
Phillip D. Benefield, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tanglewood Lake Dam?
Tanglewood 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 Tanglewood Lake Dam?
Tanglewood Lake Dam is owned by Phillip D. Benefield, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tanglewood Lake Dam?
Tanglewood 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 Tanglewood Lake Dam?
Tanglewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Tanglewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Tanglewood Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.