Turnipseed Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Turnipseed Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01150 |
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
Atlanta Audubon Society
Private
Nearby Dams
Camp Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 26 ftLegion Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 21 ftChapel Hill Farms Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 28 ftUpper Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 24 ftChapel Hills Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 37 ftLeatherwood Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 34 ftShawnee Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 24 ftPlantation Subdivision Lake Dam
Douglas, GA
Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Turnipseed Lake Dam?
Turnipseed 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 Turnipseed Lake Dam?
Turnipseed Lake Dam is owned by Atlanta Audubon Society (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turnipseed Lake Dam built?
Turnipseed Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Turnipseed Lake Dam?
Turnipseed 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 Turnipseed Lake Dam?
Turnipseed Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Turnipseed Lake Dam last inspected?
Turnipseed Lake Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.