Turnerville Springs Dam
Key Takeaway
Turnerville Springs Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,050 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00529 |
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
Turnerville Acres LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turnerville Springs Dam?
Turnerville Springs 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 Turnerville Springs Dam?
Turnerville Springs Dam is owned by Turnerville Acres LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Turnerville Springs Dam?
Turnerville Springs 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 Turnerville Springs Dam?
Turnerville Springs Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Turnerville Springs Dam last inspected?
Turnerville Springs Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.