Baker Lake Dam

Troup, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Baker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length358 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06516

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 28, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Terry Baker

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Terry Baker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Baker Lake Dam?

Baker 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 Baker Lake Dam?

Baker Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 October 28, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.