Gilham's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gilham's Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 92.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 282 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 816 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01513 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Barbara Lopez Gilham Holdings, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gilham's Lake Dam?
Gilham's Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gilham's Lake Dam?
Gilham's Lake Dam is owned by Barbara Lopez Gilham Holdings, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gilham's Lake Dam built?
Gilham's Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Gilham's Lake Dam?
Gilham's 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 Gilham's Lake Dam?
Gilham's Lake Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Gilham's Lake Dam last inspected?
Gilham's Lake Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.