Halcyon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Halcyon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 175 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA08064 |
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
M B Homes LLC Robinson, Jeffrey and Shontel Moore, Lawrence and Maggie R J R Construction Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Halcyon Lake Dam?
Halcyon 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 Halcyon Lake Dam?
Halcyon Lake Dam is owned by M B Homes LLC Robinson, Jeffrey and Shontel Moore, Lawrence and Maggie R J R Construction Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Halcyon Lake Dam?
Halcyon 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 Halcyon Lake Dam?
Halcyon Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.