Heards Lake Dam

Unknown· Marion, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Heards Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage269 acre-ft
Normal Storage151 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03269

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: October 19, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hilliard Land & Timber Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heards Lake Dam?

Heards 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 Heards Lake Dam?

Heards Lake Dam is owned by Hilliard Land & Timber Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Heards Lake Dam?

Heards 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 Heards Lake Dam?

Heards Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Heards Lake Dam last inspected?

Heards Lake Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2017. 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.