Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 755 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 440 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02047 |
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
Georgia Diagnostic & Classification Prison
State Government
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam?
Georgia Diagnostic Center 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 Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam?
Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam is owned by Georgia Diagnostic & Classification Prison (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam built?
Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam?
Georgia Diagnostic Center 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 Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam?
Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam last inspected?
Georgia Diagnostic Center Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.