Josephs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Josephs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 189 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02528 |
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
Crossroads Development Group LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Josephs Lake Dam?
Josephs 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 Josephs Lake Dam?
Josephs Lake Dam is owned by Crossroads Development Group LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Josephs Lake Dam built?
Josephs Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Josephs Lake Dam?
Josephs 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 Josephs Lake Dam?
Josephs 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 Josephs Lake Dam last inspected?
Josephs Lake Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.