Hardy Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Columbia, Georgia· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hardy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDGA04163

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: March 1, 1998
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hardy, J. E.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hardy Lake Dam?

Hardy 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 Hardy Lake Dam?

Hardy Lake Dam is owned by Hardy, J. E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hardy Lake Dam?

Hardy Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hardy Lake Dam?

Hardy Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Hardy Lake Dam last inspected?

Hardy Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 1998. 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.