Reeves Lake Dam, located in Marietta, Georgia, was completed in 1952 and serves as a private recreational facility.
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The dam is an earth-type structure with a buttress core, standing at a height of 35.2 feet and a length of 462 feet. It has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15 acres, with a drainage area of 230 square miles. Despite having uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during its last inspection in March 2020.
Managed by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, Reeves Lake Dam is regulated and inspected by the state, with enforcement and permitting processes in place. The dam poses a high hazard potential due to its location and design, but a moderate risk assessment (rated 3) indicates that appropriate risk management measures are in place. While no emergency action plan (EAP) information is currently available, the dam's overall risk level suggests a need for preparedness and response protocols to safeguard against potential hazards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Reeves Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of private ownership, recreational use, and regulatory oversight in the realm of dam infrastructure. The dam's historical significance, environmental impact, and risk management strategies provide valuable insights into the complexities of water resource management and the need for proactive maintenance and emergency planning in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
462 |
Dam Height |
35.2 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
230 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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