Tyrone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tyrone Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01364 |
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
Florida Rock Products
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tyrone Lake Dam?
Tyrone 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 Tyrone Lake Dam?
Tyrone Lake Dam is owned by Florida Rock Products (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tyrone Lake Dam built?
Tyrone Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Tyrone Lake Dam?
Tyrone Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tyrone Lake Dam?
Tyrone Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Tyrone Lake Dam last inspected?
Tyrone Lake Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.