East View Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
East View Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01904 |
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
Jerald Sheppard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East View Lake Dam?
East View 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 East View Lake Dam?
East View Lake Dam is owned by Jerald Sheppard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East View Lake Dam built?
East View Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 View Lake Dam?
East View 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 East View Lake Dam?
East View Lake 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 View Lake Dam last inspected?
East View Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.