Turkey Crest Dam
Key Takeaway
Turkey Crest Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00645 |
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
Ira W Crouch Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turkey Crest Dam?
Turkey Crest 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 Turkey Crest Dam?
Turkey Crest Dam is owned by Ira W Crouch Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkey Crest Dam built?
Turkey Crest Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Turkey Crest Dam?
Turkey Crest 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 Turkey Crest Dam?
Turkey Crest Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Turkey Crest Dam last inspected?
Turkey Crest Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.