Varnadoe Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Varnadoe Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 322 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03481 |
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
James F. Brown & Melanie Brown Ivey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Varnadoe Lake Dam North?
Varnadoe Lake Dam North 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 Varnadoe Lake Dam North?
Varnadoe Lake Dam North is owned by James F. Brown & Melanie Brown Ivey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Varnadoe Lake Dam North built?
Varnadoe Lake Dam North was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Varnadoe Lake Dam North?
Varnadoe Lake Dam North serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Varnadoe Lake Dam North?
Varnadoe Lake Dam North has a dam height of 10 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.