Tillman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tillman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 135 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 263 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00676 |
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
Bird, Lonnie
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tillman Lake Dam?
Tillman 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 Tillman Lake Dam?
Tillman Lake Dam is owned by Bird, Lonnie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tillman Lake Dam built?
Tillman Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Tillman Lake Dam?
Tillman 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 Tillman Lake Dam?
Tillman 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 Tillman Lake Dam last inspected?
Tillman Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.