Tussahaw Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 73 ft (taller than 98.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07200 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Henry County Water and Sewerage Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tussahaw Reservoir Dam?
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tussahaw Reservoir Dam?
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam is owned by Henry County Water and Sewerage Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tussahaw Reservoir Dam built?
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Tussahaw Reservoir Dam?
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tussahaw Reservoir Dam?
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 73 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 Tussahaw Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Tussahaw Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.