Hart Dam

UNKNOWN· Monroe, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hart Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage121 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area110 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA02813

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: June 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Adrien, Daniel

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hart Dam?

Hart 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 Hart Dam?

Hart Dam is owned by Adrien, Daniel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hart Dam built?

Hart Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hart Dam?

Hart 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 Hart Dam?

Hart Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Hart Dam last inspected?

Hart Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. 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.