Dykes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dykes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 165 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02848 |
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
Mize, Larry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dykes Lake Dam?
Dykes 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 Dykes Lake Dam?
Dykes Lake Dam is owned by Mize, Larry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dykes Lake Dam built?
Dykes Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Dykes Lake Dam?
Dykes 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 Dykes Lake Dam?
Dykes Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Dykes Lake Dam last inspected?
Dykes Lake Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.