Tanisha Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tanisha Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 421 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 351 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| NID ID | GA00397 |
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
Ballenger Lake Estates HOA c/o Lynn Dedman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tanisha Lake Dam?
Tanisha 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 Tanisha Lake Dam?
Tanisha Lake Dam is owned by Ballenger Lake Estates HOA c/o Lynn Dedman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tanisha Lake Dam?
Tanisha 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 Tanisha Lake Dam?
Tanisha Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Tanisha Lake Dam last inspected?
Tanisha Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.