Forts Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forts Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 363 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01079 |
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
Samuel S. Fort III
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forts Lake Dam?
Forts 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 Forts Lake Dam?
Forts Lake Dam is owned by Samuel S. Fort III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forts Lake Dam built?
Forts Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Forts Lake Dam?
Forts 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 Forts Lake Dam?
Forts Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Forts Lake Dam last inspected?
Forts Lake Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.