Timberlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Timberlake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 801 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 335 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04988 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Timberlake Property Owners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timberlake Dam?
Timberlake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Timberlake Dam?
Timberlake Dam is owned by Timberlake Property Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timberlake Dam built?
Timberlake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Timberlake Dam?
Timberlake 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 Timberlake Dam?
Timberlake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Timberlake Dam last inspected?
Timberlake Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.