Grandview Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grandview Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 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 | 93 ft (taller than 99.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,528 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00683 |
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
Grandview Lake Company Pickens County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Grandview Lake Dam?
Grandview 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 Grandview Lake Dam?
Grandview Lake Dam is owned by Grandview Lake Company Pickens County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grandview Lake Dam built?
Grandview Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Grandview Lake Dam?
Grandview 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 Grandview Lake Dam?
Grandview Lake Dam has a dam height of 93 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 Grandview Lake Dam last inspected?
Grandview Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.