Amber Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Amber Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07048 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hawks Ridge Golf Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Amber Lake Dam?
Amber Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Amber Lake Dam?
Amber Lake Dam is owned by Hawks Ridge Golf Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amber Lake Dam built?
Amber Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Amber Lake Dam?
Amber 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 Amber Lake Dam?
Amber Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Amber Lake Dam last inspected?
Amber Lake Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.