Harrison Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrison Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03056 |
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
Harrison Woodlands LLC
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 Harrison Woodlands LLC (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 1979, making it 47 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: 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 Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 May 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.