Hand Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hand Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,435 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03563 |
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
Thompson Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hand Lake Dam?
Hand 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 Hand Lake Dam?
Hand Lake Dam is owned by Thompson Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hand Lake Dam built?
Hand Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Hand Lake Dam?
Hand Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hand Lake Dam?
Hand 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.
When was Hand Lake Dam last inspected?
Hand Lake Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.