Thomas Lake Dam

Oconee, Georgia· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Thomas Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Max Storage162 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06114

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Thomas, Mary K.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Thomas Lake Dam?

Thomas 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 Thomas Lake Dam?

Thomas Lake Dam is owned by Thomas, Mary K. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Thomas Lake Dam?

Thomas Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Thomas Lake Dam last inspected?

Thomas Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.