Densmore Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Cherokee, Georgia· Earth· 29 ft tall

Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Densmore Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height	29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Length	198 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	78 acre-ft
Normal Storage	53 acre-ft

Surface Area	5 acres
NID ID	GA05534

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: May 1, 2019

State Regulated: No

Ownership

Laura Mae Densmore Living Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Densmore Lake Dam?

Densmore 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 Densmore Lake Dam?

Densmore Lake Dam is owned by Laura Mae Densmore Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Densmore Lake Dam?

Densmore 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 Densmore Lake Dam?

Densmore 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 Densmore Lake Dam last inspected?

Densmore Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.