Amicalola Falls Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Amicalola Falls Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,280 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1979 |
| NID ID | GA05989 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Amicalola Falls Lake Dam?
Amicalola Falls Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Amicalola Falls Lake Dam?
Amicalola Falls Lake Dam is owned by Georgia Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amicalola Falls Lake Dam built?
Amicalola Falls Lake Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Amicalola Falls Lake Dam?
Amicalola Falls 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 Amicalola Falls Lake Dam?
Amicalola Falls Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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.