Terry Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Terry Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 93.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01850 |
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
Terry Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Terry Farms Lake Dam?
Terry Farms 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 Terry Farms Lake Dam?
Terry Farms Lake Dam is owned by Terry Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Terry Farms Lake Dam built?
Terry Farms 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 Terry Farms Lake Dam?
Terry Farms 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 Terry Farms Lake Dam?
Terry Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Terry Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Terry Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.