Goza Lake Dam

ANTIOCH CREEK· Fayette, Georgia· Built 1949· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Goza Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length865 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage242 acre-ft
Normal Storage127 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area425 sq mi
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDGA01384

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: July 17, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Goza Limited Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goza Lake Dam?

Goza 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 Goza Lake Dam?

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

When was Goza Lake Dam built?

Goza Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Goza Lake Dam?

Goza 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 Goza Lake Dam?

Goza Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Goza Lake Dam last inspected?

Goza Lake Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2015. 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.