Trout Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trout Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 92.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 309 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,735 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00401 |
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
Elam, Ray W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trout Farm Lake Dam?
Trout Farm 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 Trout Farm Lake Dam?
Trout Farm Lake Dam is owned by Elam, Ray W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trout Farm Lake Dam built?
Trout Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Trout Farm Lake Dam?
Trout Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Trout Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Trout Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.