Upper Powers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Powers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,115 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07095 |
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
Wilann Properties II LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Powers Lake Dam?
Upper Powers 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 Upper Powers Lake Dam?
Upper Powers Lake Dam is owned by Wilann Properties II LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Powers Lake Dam built?
Upper Powers Lake Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Upper Powers Lake Dam?
Upper Powers 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 Upper Powers Lake Dam?
Upper Powers Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.