Hood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07082 |
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
Hood, Carl
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hood Lake Dam?
Hood 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 Hood Lake Dam?
Hood Lake Dam is owned by Hood, Carl (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hood Lake Dam built?
Hood Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Hood Lake Dam?
Hood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hood Lake Dam?
Hood 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 Hood Lake Dam last inspected?
Hood Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.