Tolhurst Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tolhurst Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02298 |
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
Tohhurst, G.F. ,Et.Al.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tolhurst Lake Dam?
Tolhurst 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 Tolhurst Lake Dam?
Tolhurst Lake Dam is owned by Tohhurst, G.F. ,Et.Al. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tolhurst Lake Dam built?
Tolhurst Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Tolhurst Lake Dam?
Tolhurst 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 Tolhurst Lake Dam?
Tolhurst Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Tolhurst Lake Dam last inspected?
Tolhurst Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.