Hardaway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardaway Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06450 |
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
Hardaway, Bill
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hardaway Lake Dam?
Hardaway 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 Hardaway Lake Dam?
Hardaway Lake Dam is owned by Hardaway, Bill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardaway Lake Dam built?
Hardaway Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Hardaway Lake Dam?
Hardaway 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 Hardaway Lake Dam?
Hardaway Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Hardaway Lake Dam last inspected?
Hardaway Lake Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.