Baker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 875 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04736 |
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
Millhaven Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker Lake Dam?
Baker 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 Baker Lake Dam?
Baker Lake Dam is owned by Millhaven Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker Lake Dam built?
Baker Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Baker Lake Dam?
Baker Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baker Lake Dam?
Baker Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Baker Lake Dam last inspected?
Baker Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.