Anderson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Anderson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 990 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02638 |
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
AS TRUSTEE OF BETTY MCCORKLE TUCKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Anderson Lake Dam?
Anderson 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 Anderson Lake Dam?
Anderson Lake Dam is owned by AS TRUSTEE OF BETTY MCCORKLE TUCKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Anderson Lake Dam built?
Anderson Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Anderson Lake Dam?
Anderson 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 Anderson Lake Dam?
Anderson Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Anderson Lake Dam last inspected?
Anderson Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.