Alexanders Lake West Dam
Key Takeaway
Alexanders Lake West Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 636 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04949 |
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
Alexander, Edward T.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alexanders Lake West Dam?
Alexanders Lake West 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 Alexanders Lake West Dam?
Alexanders Lake West Dam is owned by Alexander, Edward T. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alexanders Lake West Dam built?
Alexanders Lake West Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Alexanders Lake West Dam?
Alexanders Lake West 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 Alexanders Lake West Dam?
Alexanders Lake West Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Alexanders Lake West Dam last inspected?
Alexanders Lake West Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.