Hankins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hankins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 366 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 471 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01054 |
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
Hankins, Frank C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hankins Lake Dam?
Hankins 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 Hankins Lake Dam?
Hankins Lake Dam is owned by Hankins, Frank C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hankins Lake Dam built?
Hankins Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Hankins Lake Dam?
Hankins 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 Hankins Lake Dam?
Hankins Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Hankins Lake Dam last inspected?
Hankins Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.