Upper Twin Lakes Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Twin Lakes Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | GA04953 |
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
MP Fieldstone LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Twin Lakes Dam?
Upper Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes Dam?
Upper Twin Lakes Dam is owned by MP Fieldstone LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Twin Lakes Dam?
Upper Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes Dam?
Upper Twin Lakes Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Twin Lakes Dam last inspected?
Upper Twin Lakes Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.