Troy English Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Troy English Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 675 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01052 |
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
Milner, David
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Troy English Lake Dam?
Troy English 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 Troy English Lake Dam?
Troy English Lake Dam is owned by Milner, David (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Troy English Lake Dam built?
Troy English Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Troy English Lake Dam?
Troy English 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 Troy English Lake Dam?
Troy English Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Troy English Lake Dam last inspected?
Troy English Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.