Tanglewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tanglewood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03975 |
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
Dunn,Gladys M.
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 Dunn,Gladys M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tanglewood Lake Dam built?
Tanglewood Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 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 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.
When was Tanglewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Tanglewood Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.