Timber Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Muscogee, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Timber Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length730 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage161 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area205 sq mi
NID IDGA02732

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: April 18, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hampto, Jeffrey & Angie Lamb, Roland

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Timber Lake Dam?

Timber 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 Timber Lake Dam?

Timber Lake Dam is owned by Hampto, Jeffrey & Angie Lamb, Roland (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Timber Lake Dam?

Timber 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 Timber Lake Dam?

Timber Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Timber Lake Dam last inspected?

Timber Lake Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2018. 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.