Glore Lake Dam, located in Mableton, Georgia, stands as a testament to the careful planning and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service in 1957.
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The dam, primarily designed for recreation purposes, boasts an earth core type with a buttress foundation, reaching a height of 22 feet and a length of 355 feet. With a storage capacity of 82.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, the dam serves the local community as a low hazard potential structure.
Despite not being regulated by the state or holding any permits or inspections, Glore Lake Dam maintains a moderate risk assessment rating. Its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates hint at its design for controlled water flow, while its last inspection dates back to 1984. The dam's location in Cobb County, Georgia, within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, ensures its adherence to safety guidelines and risk management measures, even without a formal condition assessment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Glore Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure blending recreation and conservation in a scenic setting.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
355 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
260 |
Nid Storage |
82.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |