Yates Lake #4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Yates Lake #4 Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 239 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00756 |
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
Flintstone Land Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yates Lake #4 Dam?
Yates Lake #4 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 Yates Lake #4 Dam?
Yates Lake #4 Dam is owned by Flintstone Land Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yates Lake #4 Dam built?
Yates Lake #4 Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Yates Lake #4 Dam?
Yates Lake #4 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 Yates Lake #4 Dam?
Yates Lake #4 Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Yates Lake #4 Dam last inspected?
Yates Lake #4 Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.