Holt Lake Dam

unknown· Emanuel, Georgia· Built 1997· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Holt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDGA07081

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 12, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Holt, Sandra

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holt Lake Dam?

Holt 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 Holt Lake Dam?

Holt Lake Dam is owned by Holt, Sandra (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Holt Lake Dam built?

Holt Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Holt Lake Dam?

Holt 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 Holt Lake Dam?

Holt Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Holt Lake Dam last inspected?

Holt Lake Dam was last inspected on January 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.