Timber Trace Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Timber Trace Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03929 |
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
Landmark East Ponce LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timber Trace Lake Dam?
Timber Trace 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 Trace Lake Dam?
Timber Trace Lake Dam is owned by Landmark East Ponce LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timber Trace Lake Dam built?
Timber Trace Lake Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Timber Trace Lake Dam?
Timber Trace 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 Trace Lake Dam?
Timber Trace Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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.