Joels Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Joels Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 527 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 363 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01330 |
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
LL Allen
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joels Lake Dam?
Joels 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 Joels Lake Dam?
Joels Lake Dam is owned by LL Allen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joels Lake Dam built?
Joels Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Joels Lake Dam?
Joels 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 Joels Lake Dam?
Joels Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Joels Lake Dam last inspected?
Joels Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.