Griffin Lake Dam

Unknown· Dooly, Georgia· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Griffin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA)
Dam Length726 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage369 acre-ft
Normal Storage239 acre-ft
Surface Area75 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06165

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: March 15, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rose Land LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Griffin Lake Dam?

Griffin 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 Griffin Lake Dam?

Griffin Lake Dam is owned by Rose Land LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Griffin Lake Dam?

Griffin 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 Griffin Lake Dam?

Griffin Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Griffin Lake Dam last inspected?

Griffin Lake Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2017. 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.