Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 713 acres |
| NID ID | GA05325 |
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 & Sewage Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam?
Upper Towaliga 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 Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam?
Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam is owned by Henry County Water & Sewage Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam?
Upper Towaliga Reservoir 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 Towaliga Reservoir Dam?
Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Upper Towaliga Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.