Hadden Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hadden Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03099 |
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
Hadden, J. C. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hadden Lake Dam?
Hadden 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 Hadden Lake Dam?
Hadden Lake Dam is owned by Hadden, J. C. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hadden Lake Dam built?
Hadden Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Hadden Lake Dam?
Hadden Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hadden Lake Dam?
Hadden Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.