Twelve Oaks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Twelve Oaks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 271 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,440 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA05439 |
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
Talmadge, Herman E. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twelve Oaks Lake Dam?
Twelve Oaks 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 Twelve Oaks Lake Dam?
Twelve Oaks Lake Dam is owned by Talmadge, Herman E. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Twelve Oaks Lake Dam?
Twelve Oaks 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 Twelve Oaks Lake Dam?
Twelve Oaks Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Twelve Oaks Lake Dam last inspected?
Twelve Oaks Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.