Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 49 ft (taller than 95.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 402 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 775 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 402 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | GA00053 |
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
Atlanta Gas Light Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam?
Atlanta Gas Light 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 Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam?
Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam is owned by Atlanta Gas Light Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam built?
Atlanta Gas Light 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 Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam?
Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam?
Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Gas Light Lake Dam last inspected?
Atlanta Gas Light Lake Dam was last inspected on March 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.