Akins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Akins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 745 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03306 |
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
Akins, Edwin P. and Mrs. Don Suddeth
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Akins Lake Dam?
Akins 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 Akins Lake Dam?
Akins Lake Dam is owned by Akins, Edwin P. and Mrs. Don Suddeth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Akins Lake Dam built?
Akins Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Akins Lake Dam?
Akins 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 Akins Lake Dam?
Akins Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Akins Lake Dam last inspected?
Akins Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.