Theus Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Theus Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 278 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 105 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01133 |
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
Theus Family Timber LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Theus Lake Dam?
Theus 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 Theus Lake Dam?
Theus Lake Dam is owned by Theus Family Timber LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Theus Lake Dam built?
Theus Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Theus Lake Dam?
Theus 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 Theus Lake Dam?
Theus Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Theus Lake Dam last inspected?
Theus Lake Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.