Hale Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hale Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00388 |
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
Ralay, Larry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hale Lake Dam?
Hale 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 Hale Lake Dam?
Hale Lake Dam is owned by Ralay, Larry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hale Lake Dam built?
Hale Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Hale Lake Dam?
Hale 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 Hale Lake Dam?
Hale Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Hale Lake Dam last inspected?
Hale Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.