Dunroven Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dunroven Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 331 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 623 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04308 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dunroven Homeowners Association Coffman, Robert & Joan Serikstad, Kevin Godbee, James & Joni Quandt, Norman & Sandra
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dunroven Lake Dam?
Dunroven Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dunroven Lake Dam?
Dunroven Lake Dam is owned by Dunroven Homeowners Association Coffman, Robert & Joan Serikstad, Kevin Godbee, James & Joni Quandt, Norman & Sandra (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dunroven Lake Dam built?
Dunroven Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Dunroven Lake Dam?
Dunroven 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 Dunroven Lake Dam?
Dunroven Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Dunroven Lake Dam last inspected?
Dunroven Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.