Echo Lake Dam

Name unknown· Douglas, Georgia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Echo Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
NID IDGA04219

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 30, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rockhouse Road, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Echo Lake Dam?

Echo 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 Echo Lake Dam?

Echo Lake Dam is owned by Rockhouse Road, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Echo Lake Dam?

Echo 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 Echo Lake Dam?

Echo Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Echo Lake Dam last inspected?

Echo Lake Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.