Lake Tyrone North Dam, located in Tyrone, Georgia, is a private earth dam completed in 1965 with a height of 21 feet and a hydraulic height of 20.2 feet.
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The dam, primarily used for unknown purposes, has a storage capacity of 176.7 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11 acres. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and it last underwent inspection in March 2015.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Lake Tyrone North Dam serves as a vital water resource in Fayette County, Georgia, with a drainage area of 425 square miles. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates hint at the need for further monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unclear, warranting attention from water resource and climate enthusiasts to safeguard the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.2 |
Drainage Area |
425 |
Nid Storage |
176.7 |
Structural Height |
20.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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|
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