Harbin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harbin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 515 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01564 |
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
Bank of North Georgia Waterford Pointe Property Owners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harbin Lake Dam?
Harbin 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 Harbin Lake Dam?
Harbin Lake Dam is owned by Bank of North Georgia Waterford Pointe Property Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harbin Lake Dam built?
Harbin Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Harbin Lake Dam?
Harbin 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 Harbin Lake Dam?
Harbin Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Harbin Lake Dam last inspected?
Harbin Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.