Trade Winds Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trade Winds Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 264 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| NID ID | GA04086 |
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
Sams, Nancy L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trade Winds Lake Dam?
Trade Winds 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 Trade Winds Lake Dam?
Trade Winds Lake Dam is owned by Sams, Nancy L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Trade Winds Lake Dam?
Trade Winds 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 Trade Winds Lake Dam?
Trade Winds Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Trade Winds Lake Dam last inspected?
Trade Winds Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.