Tera Lee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tera Lee Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 87 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02838 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Johnson, Mike Karam, Eli Robin Pollack John and Martha Cleveland
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tera Lee Lake Dam?
Tera Lee Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tera Lee Lake Dam?
Tera Lee Lake Dam is owned by Johnson, Mike Karam, Eli Robin Pollack John and Martha Cleveland (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tera Lee Lake Dam built?
Tera Lee Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Tera Lee Lake Dam?
Tera Lee 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 Tera Lee Lake Dam?
Tera Lee Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Tera Lee Lake Dam last inspected?
Tera Lee Lake Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.