Harris Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Fayette, Georgia· Built 1971· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Harris Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage121 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDGA01369

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: May 20, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Calvin and Gaylynn Fields Mr. Jeffery Hornfeck

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harris Lake Dam?

Harris 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 Harris Lake Dam?

Harris Lake Dam is owned by Calvin and Gaylynn Fields Mr. Jeffery Hornfeck (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harris Lake Dam built?

Harris Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Harris Lake Dam?

Harris 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 Harris Lake Dam?

Harris Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Harris Lake Dam last inspected?

Harris Lake Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2015. 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.