Earnest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Earnest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 55 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04162 |
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
Earnest, Mrs. Harold
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Earnest Lake Dam?
Earnest 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 Earnest Lake Dam?
Earnest Lake Dam is owned by Earnest, Mrs. Harold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Earnest Lake Dam built?
Earnest Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Earnest Lake Dam?
Earnest 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 Earnest Lake Dam?
Earnest Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Earnest Lake Dam last inspected?
Earnest Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.