Blue Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05215 |
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
The Orchard Golf and County Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Ridge Lake Dam?
Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge Lake Dam?
Blue Ridge Lake Dam is owned by The Orchard Golf and County Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Ridge Lake Dam built?
Blue Ridge Lake Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Blue Ridge Lake Dam?
Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge Lake Dam?
Blue Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Blue Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Blue Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.