Gilleland Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Dawson, Georgia· Built 1985· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Gilleland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length126 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDGA06209

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: April 5, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Gilleland, Harriett

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gilleland Lake Dam?

Gilleland 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 Gilleland Lake Dam?

Gilleland Lake Dam is owned by Gilleland, Harriett (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gilleland Lake Dam built?

Gilleland Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Gilleland Lake Dam?

Gilleland Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Gilleland Lake Dam last inspected?

Gilleland Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 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.