Tucker Branch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tucker Branch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| NID ID | GA02348 |
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
Tucker Branch, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tucker Branch Lake Dam?
Tucker Branch 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 Tucker Branch Lake Dam?
Tucker Branch Lake Dam is owned by Tucker Branch, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tucker Branch Lake Dam?
Tucker Branch 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 Tucker Branch Lake Dam?
Tucker Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Tucker Branch Lake Dam last inspected?
Tucker Branch Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.