Greenwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Greenwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,480 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03663 |
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
Greenwood/Arcadia
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenwood Lake Dam?
Greenwood 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 Greenwood Lake Dam?
Greenwood Lake Dam is owned by Greenwood/Arcadia (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenwood Lake Dam built?
Greenwood Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Greenwood Lake Dam?
Greenwood 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 Greenwood Lake Dam?
Greenwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Greenwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Greenwood Lake Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.