Harrisons Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrisons Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 765 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9,588 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02801 |
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
Zoe H. Baggarly & et al.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrisons Lake Dam?
Harrisons 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 Harrisons Lake Dam?
Harrisons Lake Dam is owned by Zoe H. Baggarly & et al. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrisons Lake Dam built?
Harrisons Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Harrisons Lake Dam?
Harrisons 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 Harrisons Lake Dam?
Harrisons Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Harrisons Lake Dam last inspected?
Harrisons Lake Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.