Hay Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Hay Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 163 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02149 |
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
Hay, Glenn Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hay Lake Dam North?
Hay Lake Dam North 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 Hay Lake Dam North?
Hay Lake Dam North is owned by Hay, Glenn Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hay Lake Dam North built?
Hay Lake Dam North was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hay Lake Dam North?
Hay Lake Dam North 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 Hay Lake Dam North?
Hay Lake Dam North has a dam height of 33 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 Hay Lake Dam North last inspected?
Hay Lake Dam North was last inspected on June 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.