Thurman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thurman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 513 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01140 |
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
Wandelt, John and Lori Axley, Michael and Cathy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thurman Lake Dam?
Thurman 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 Thurman Lake Dam?
Thurman Lake Dam is owned by Wandelt, John and Lori Axley, Michael and Cathy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thurman Lake Dam built?
Thurman Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Thurman Lake Dam?
Thurman 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 Thurman Lake Dam?
Thurman Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Thurman Lake Dam last inspected?
Thurman Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.