Troy English Lake Dam, located in Lamar, Georgia, was completed in 1954 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Humidity
The dam, with a height of 22 feet and a length of 190 feet, creates a reservoir with a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. Situated on Ball Creek, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and has not been inspected since 2007. The risk assessment for Troy English Lake Dam indicates a moderate risk level. Although the emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unknown, the dam's risk potential is considered moderate. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the engineering and environmental aspects of dam infrastructure may find Troy English Lake Dam a compelling case study due to its design features and risk level.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
190 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
BALL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
675 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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