Tanglewood Lake Dam, located in LaGrange, Georgia, is a private-owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 29.3 feet with a hydraulic height of 26.6 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.3 acres. The dam, completed in an unknown year, spans a length of 540 feet and has a drainage area of 79 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Tanglewood Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last one being conducted in September 2019. The dam's condition is currently marked as "Not Rated", and it has a moderate risk assessment level of 3. While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it meets regulatory guidelines and is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. Overall, Tanglewood Lake Dam serves as both a recreational spot and a moderate-risk structure in need of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
29.3 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26.6 |
Drainage Area |
79 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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3070cfs |
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15cfs |
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R Shaefer Heard
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Blanton Creek Park
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Pyne Road Park
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616
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614
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