King Lake Dam

Name unknown· Polk, Georgia· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

King Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage155 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02393

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 27, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Anneewakee Foundation, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of King Lake Dam?

King 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 King Lake Dam?

King Lake Dam is owned by Anneewakee Foundation, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of King Lake Dam?

King 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 King Lake Dam?

King Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 King Lake Dam last inspected?

King Lake Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.