Hogan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hogan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 290 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02573 |
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
Jason Hunt Hogan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hogan Lake Dam?
Hogan 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 Hogan Lake Dam?
Hogan Lake Dam is owned by Jason Hunt Hogan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hogan Lake Dam built?
Hogan Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hogan Lake Dam?
Hogan 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 Hogan Lake Dam?
Hogan Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Hogan Lake Dam last inspected?
Hogan Lake Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.