Gross Lake Dam

BEAVERDAM· Newton, Georgia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA)
Dam Length1,140 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage306 acre-ft
Normal Storage237 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
NID IDGA05160

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: February 1, 2002
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Atlanta Suburbia Est.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gross Lake Dam?

Gross 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 Gross Lake Dam?

Gross Lake Dam is owned by Atlanta Suburbia Est. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gross Lake Dam?

Gross 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 Gross Lake Dam?

Gross Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Gross Lake Dam last inspected?

Gross Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2002. 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.