East Lake Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
East Lake Country Club Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1903 and is 123 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 | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 595 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1903 (123 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01318 |
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
East Lake Country Club DeKalb County Roads & Drainage
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Lake Country Club Dam?
East Lake Country Club 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 East Lake Country Club Dam?
East Lake Country Club Dam is owned by East Lake Country Club DeKalb County Roads & Drainage (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Lake Country Club Dam built?
East Lake Country Club Dam was completed in 1903, making it 123 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 East Lake Country Club Dam?
East Lake Country Club 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 East Lake Country Club Dam?
East Lake Country Club Dam has a dam height of 25 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 East Lake Country Club Dam last inspected?
East Lake Country Club Dam was last inspected on March 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.