Harp's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harp's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 306 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 636 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04626 |
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
Harp, L. H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harp's Lake Dam?
Harp's 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 Harp's Lake Dam?
Harp's Lake Dam is owned by Harp, L. H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Harp's Lake Dam?
Harp's 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 Harp's Lake Dam?
Harp's 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.