Hogan's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hogan's Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 73 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00583 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Taji Rajani
Private
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High Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hogan's Lake Dam?
Hogan's Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hogan's Lake Dam?
Hogan's Lake Dam is owned by Taji Rajani (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hogan's Lake Dam?
Hogan's 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's Lake Dam?
Hogan's Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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's Lake Dam last inspected?
Hogan's Lake Dam was last inspected on February 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.