Harrison Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrison Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 982 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 122 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00312 |
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
Battleground Sportsman Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison 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 Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison Lake Dam is owned by Battleground Sportsman Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrison Lake Dam built?
Harrison Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison 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 Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Harrison Lake Dam last inspected?
Harrison Lake Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.