Gordon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gordon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 5 ft |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 111 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02305 |
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
Gordon Fishing Club Harris, William Dixon, David Walker County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gordon Lake Dam?
Gordon 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 Gordon Lake Dam?
Gordon Lake Dam is owned by Gordon Fishing Club Harris, William Dixon, David Walker County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gordon Lake Dam built?
Gordon Lake Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Gordon Lake Dam?
Gordon 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 Gordon Lake Dam?
Gordon Lake Dam has a dam height of 5 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.