Kennedy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kennedy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 165 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03267 |
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
Gerald Douglas and Mary Gay
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kennedy Lake Dam?
Kennedy 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 Kennedy Lake Dam?
Kennedy Lake Dam is owned by Gerald Douglas and Mary Gay (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kennedy Lake Dam built?
Kennedy Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Kennedy Lake Dam?
Kennedy 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 Kennedy Lake Dam?
Kennedy Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kennedy Lake Dam last inspected?
Kennedy Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.