Hughes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hughes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 79 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01810 |
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
Scientfic Atlanta
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hughes Lake Dam?
Hughes 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 Hughes Lake Dam?
Hughes Lake Dam is owned by Scientfic Atlanta (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hughes Lake Dam built?
Hughes Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hughes Lake Dam?
Hughes 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 Hughes Lake Dam?
Hughes Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Hughes Lake Dam last inspected?
Hughes Lake Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.