Deloach Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deloach Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 347 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03525 |
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
Knightonland Holdings LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deloach Lake Dam?
Deloach 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 Deloach Lake Dam?
Deloach Lake Dam is owned by Knightonland Holdings LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deloach Lake Dam built?
Deloach Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Deloach Lake Dam?
Deloach 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 Deloach Lake Dam?
Deloach Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Deloach Lake Dam last inspected?
Deloach Lake Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.