Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 95.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02271 |
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
Beverly Hampton Mctindal
Private
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper)?
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper)?
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) is owned by Beverly Hampton Mctindal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) built?
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper)?
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper)?
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) has a dam height of 49 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 Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) last inspected?
Hidden Valley Lake Dam (Upper) was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.