Forest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 600 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01310 |
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
Forest Lake Dam Venture LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forest Lake Dam?
Forest 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam is owned by Forest Lake Dam Venture LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forest Lake Dam built?
Forest Lake Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Forest Lake Dam last inspected?
Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.