Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18
Key Takeaway
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03872 |
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
Atlanta Country Club
Private
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18?
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 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 Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18?
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 is owned by Atlanta Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 built?
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18?
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 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 Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18?
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 has a dam height of 42 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 Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 last inspected?
Atlanta Country Club Lake Dam No. 18 was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.