Harbin Lake Dam

JOHNSON CREEK· DeKalb, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Harbin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA01945

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Legacy Investment Group LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Legacy Investment Group LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 17 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 January 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.