Yarbrough Lake Dam

Bibb, Georgia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Yarbrough Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge40 cfs
NID IDGA06008

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Yarbrough, C.N. Mr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Yarbrough Lake Dam?

Yarbrough 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 Yarbrough Lake Dam?

Yarbrough Lake Dam is owned by Yarbrough, C.N. Mr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Yarbrough Lake Dam?

Yarbrough Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Yarbrough Lake Dam last inspected?

Yarbrough Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.