Tharpe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tharpe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03187 |
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
Farmland Reserve, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tharpe Lake Dam?
Tharpe 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 Tharpe Lake Dam?
Tharpe Lake Dam is owned by Farmland Reserve, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tharpe Lake Dam built?
Tharpe Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Tharpe Lake Dam?
Tharpe Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tharpe Lake Dam?
Tharpe Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Tharpe Lake Dam last inspected?
Tharpe Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.