Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | GA03984 |
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
Ga Dnr
State Government
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Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3?
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3?
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 is owned by Ga Dnr (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 built?
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3?
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3?
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 last inspected?
Horseshoe Lake Dam # 3 was last inspected on May 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.