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Lake Dam, located in Nelson, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1958 with a primary purpose of serving as a tailings storage facility. The dam stands at a height of 25.9 feet and has a hydraulic height of 19.2 feet, with a total length of 300 feet. It has a NID storage capacity of 69.7 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 41.3 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 5.5 acres.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Georgia Marble Co. Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam is not currently state regulated or permitted, but it undergoes state inspections. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no emergency action plan in place.
This dam is a significant structure in the region, providing valuable water resource management for the area. With its unique design and historical significance as a tailings storage facility, Georgia Marble Co. Lake Dam continues to play a vital role in the local environment and serves as a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25.9 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.2 |
Nid Storage |
69.7 |
Structural Height |
19.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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