Hills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hills Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00521 |
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
Hill, Ethelyn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hills Lake Dam?
Hills 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 Hills Lake Dam?
Hills Lake Dam is owned by Hill, Ethelyn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hills Lake Dam built?
Hills Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Hills Lake Dam?
Hills 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 Hills Lake Dam?
Hills Lake Dam 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 Hills Lake Dam last inspected?
Hills Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.