Falcon Lake Dam

Gwinnett, Georgia· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA05709

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: July 12, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Falcons Nest Football

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Falcon Lake Dam?

Falcon 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 Falcon Lake Dam?

Falcon Lake Dam is owned by Falcons Nest Football (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Falcon Lake Dam?

Falcon 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 Falcon Lake Dam?

Falcon Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Falcon Lake Dam last inspected?

Falcon Lake Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2016. 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.