Townley Irrigation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Townley Irrigation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 485 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA05971 |
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
Townley, Tony
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Townley Irrigation Lake Dam?
Townley Irrigation 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 Townley Irrigation Lake Dam?
Townley Irrigation Lake Dam is owned by Townley, Tony (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Townley Irrigation Lake Dam?
Townley Irrigation Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.