Adams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Adams Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01386 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Maple Shade II Homeowners Association, Inc. Brian and Kelley Sorrow Staci Mandrell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam is owned by Maple Shade II Homeowners Association, Inc. Brian and Kelley Sorrow Staci Mandrell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Lake Dam built?
Adams Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Adams Lake Dam last inspected?
Adams Lake Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.