King Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
King Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04174 |
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
Trinchua Martin Revocable Trust William Hatcher
Private
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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 Trinchua Martin Revocable Trust William Hatcher (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was King Lake Dam built?
King Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 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 26 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 September 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.