Diversport Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Diversport Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 565 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 297 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03317 |
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
Diversport, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Diversport Lake Dam?
Diversport 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 Diversport Lake Dam?
Diversport Lake Dam is owned by Diversport, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diversport Lake Dam built?
Diversport Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Diversport Lake Dam?
Diversport Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Diversport Lake Dam?
Diversport 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 Diversport Lake Dam last inspected?
Diversport Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.