Thurmond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thurmond Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06954 |
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
Thurmond,Sam
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thurmond Lake Dam?
Thurmond 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 Thurmond Lake Dam?
Thurmond Lake Dam is owned by Thurmond,Sam (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thurmond Lake Dam built?
Thurmond Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Thurmond Lake Dam?
Thurmond 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 Thurmond Lake Dam?
Thurmond 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 Thurmond Lake Dam last inspected?
Thurmond Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.