Elder Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Elder Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 444 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00598 |
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
Thomas Foster Elder
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elder Lake Dam?
Elder 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 Elder Lake Dam?
Elder Lake Dam is owned by Thomas Foster Elder (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elder Lake Dam built?
Elder Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Elder Lake Dam?
Elder 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 Elder Lake Dam?
Elder Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Elder Lake Dam last inspected?
Elder Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.