Kennedy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kennedy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,700 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03649 |
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
Kennedy, Ernest
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 Kennedy, Ernest (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 1930, making it 96 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: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. 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 9 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 August 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.