Tri-County Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 5,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04032 |
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
Lancaster Revocable Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tri-County Farms Lake Dam?
Tri-County Farms 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 Tri-County Farms Lake Dam?
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam is owned by Lancaster Revocable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tri-County Farms Lake Dam built?
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Tri-County Farms Lake Dam?
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tri-County Farms Lake Dam?
Tri-County Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.