Blair Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blair Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 354 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02579 |
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
LJL Ranch LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blair Lake Dam?
Blair 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 Blair Lake Dam?
Blair Lake Dam is owned by LJL Ranch LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blair Lake Dam built?
Blair Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Blair Lake Dam?
Blair 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 Blair Lake Dam?
Blair Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.