Hendricks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hendricks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 821 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,210 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02576 |
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
Claude Hendricks
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks Lake Dam is owned by Claude Hendricks (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hendricks Lake Dam built?
Hendricks Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Lake Dam?
Hendricks 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 Hendricks Lake Dam last inspected?
Hendricks Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.