Twin Lake Dam (Lower)
Key Takeaway
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00984 |
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
Williamson, Lumpkin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Lake Dam (Lower)?
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) 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 Twin Lake Dam (Lower)?
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) is owned by Williamson, Lumpkin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Lake Dam (Lower) built?
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Twin Lake Dam (Lower)?
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) 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 Twin Lake Dam (Lower)?
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) has a dam height of 30 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 Twin Lake Dam (Lower) last inspected?
Twin Lake Dam (Lower) was last inspected on July 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.