Hall Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 360 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01780 |
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
PATSY ANN MASK AND JOEY HOUSTON KEAHEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hall Lake Dam?
Hall 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 Hall Lake Dam?
Hall Lake Dam is owned by PATSY ANN MASK AND JOEY HOUSTON KEAHEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hall Lake Dam built?
Hall Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Hall Lake Dam?
Hall 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 Hall Lake Dam?
Hall Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.