Elks Lake West
Key Takeaway
Elks Lake West is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04848 |
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
Campus Crest at Valdosta LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elks Lake West?
Elks Lake West 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 Elks Lake West?
Elks Lake West is owned by Campus Crest at Valdosta LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elks Lake West built?
Elks Lake West was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Elks Lake West?
Elks Lake West 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 Elks Lake West?
Elks Lake West has a dam height of 23 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.