Holoka Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holoka Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02902 |
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
Georg H. Lee ETAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holoka Lake Dam?
Holoka 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 Holoka Lake Dam?
Holoka Lake Dam is owned by Georg H. Lee ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holoka Lake Dam built?
Holoka Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Holoka Lake Dam?
Holoka 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 Holoka Lake Dam?
Holoka Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Holoka Lake Dam last inspected?
Holoka Lake Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.