Berkeley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berkeley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 78 ft (taller than 98.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 760 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05700 |
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
City of Berkeley Lake
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Berkeley Lake Dam?
Berkeley 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 Berkeley Lake Dam?
Berkeley Lake Dam is owned by City of Berkeley Lake (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berkeley Lake Dam built?
Berkeley Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Berkeley Lake Dam?
Berkeley 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 Berkeley Lake Dam?
Berkeley Lake Dam has a dam height of 78 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.