Thompson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thompson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 167 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04070 |
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
Thompson, Gordon
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thompson Lake Dam?
Thompson 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 Thompson Lake Dam?
Thompson Lake Dam is owned by Thompson, Gordon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thompson Lake Dam built?
Thompson Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Thompson Lake Dam?
Thompson 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 Thompson Lake Dam?
Thompson Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Thompson Lake Dam last inspected?
Thompson Lake Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.