Boyd's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boyd's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 193 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01562 |
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
Rl Regi Georgia, Llc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boyd's Lake Dam?
Boyd's 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 Boyd's Lake Dam?
Boyd's Lake Dam is owned by Rl Regi Georgia, Llc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boyd's Lake Dam built?
Boyd's Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Boyd's Lake Dam?
Boyd's 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 Boyd's Lake Dam?
Boyd's Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Boyd's Lake Dam last inspected?
Boyd's Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.