Bird Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Gwinnett, Georgia· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage49 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDGA03911

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 4, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bird Lake Dam?

Bird 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 Bird Lake Dam?

Bird Lake Dam is owned by Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bird Lake Dam?

Bird 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 Bird Lake Dam?

Bird Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Bird Lake Dam last inspected?

Bird Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2016. 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.