Alpha Kappa Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Alpha Kappa Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 395 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01812 |
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
Alpha Kappa Corp.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alpha Kappa Lake Dam?
Alpha Kappa 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 Alpha Kappa Lake Dam?
Alpha Kappa Lake Dam is owned by Alpha Kappa Corp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alpha Kappa Lake Dam built?
Alpha Kappa Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Alpha Kappa Lake Dam?
Alpha Kappa 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 Alpha Kappa Lake Dam?
Alpha Kappa Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Alpha Kappa Lake Dam last inspected?
Alpha Kappa Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.