Burgess Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burgess Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 60 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02315 |
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
Starbridge Hills Investments LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burgess Lake Dam?
Burgess 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 Burgess Lake Dam?
Burgess Lake Dam is owned by Starbridge Hills Investments LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burgess Lake Dam built?
Burgess Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Burgess Lake Dam?
Burgess 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 Burgess Lake Dam?
Burgess Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Burgess Lake Dam last inspected?
Burgess Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.