Turner Hill Lake Dam in DeKalb, Georgia, is a privately-owned structure designed by Pharr Engineering for flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1990, this earth dam stands at 31 feet high and spans 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1331 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated, with inspections conducted every two years to ensure its satisfactory condition and high hazard potential.
Located in the Mobile District, Turner Hill Lake Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam poses a moderate risk level and is under the jurisdiction of the Georgia SAFE DAMS PROGRAM for regulation, inspection, and enforcement. While the dam has not undergone significant modifications since its completion, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unlisted. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Turner Hill Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and flood control strategies within the state of Georgia.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
31 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
3520 |
Nid Storage |
1331 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
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234cfs |
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321cfs |
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24cfs |
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|
233cfs |
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|
11cfs |
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|
109cfs |