Trice Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trice Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 570 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01618 |
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
Upson County Tree Farm Lp.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trice Lake Dam?
Trice 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 Trice Lake Dam?
Trice Lake Dam is owned by Upson County Tree Farm Lp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trice Lake Dam built?
Trice Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Trice Lake Dam?
Trice 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 Trice Lake Dam?
Trice Lake 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 Trice Lake Dam last inspected?
Trice Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.