Hodchodkee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hodchodkee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 640 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01076 |
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
Floyd P. Fort
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hodchodkee Lake Dam?
Hodchodkee 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 Hodchodkee Lake Dam?
Hodchodkee Lake Dam is owned by Floyd P. Fort (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hodchodkee Lake Dam built?
Hodchodkee Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Hodchodkee Lake Dam?
Hodchodkee 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 Hodchodkee Lake Dam?
Hodchodkee Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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.