Manley Estate Lake Dam, located in Diamond Hill, Georgia, was designed by Horace Manley and completed in 1966.
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This private dam serves a primary purpose of recreation and stands at a height of 27 feet with a length of 235 feet. It has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres, with a drainage area of 40 acres. The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite its recreational focus, the dam's hazard potential is currently listed as undetermined, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The condition assessment of the dam is marked as "Not Rated," and there is no information available on the last inspection date or inspection frequency. With no state regulation or permitting in place, the dam's emergency action plan status, as well as its risk management measures, remain unspecified. Overall, Manley Estate Lake Dam presents an intriguing case for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore further, given its unique design and operational characteristics.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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