Hunt Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunt Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,102 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 255 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01334 |
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
Hunt Valley, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunt Valley Lake Dam?
Hunt Valley 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 Hunt Valley Lake Dam?
Hunt Valley Lake Dam is owned by Hunt Valley, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunt Valley Lake Dam built?
Hunt Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hunt Valley Lake Dam?
Hunt Valley 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 Hunt Valley Lake Dam?
Hunt Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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.