Kings Gap Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kings Gap Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| NID ID | GA05571 |
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
Philip B. Williams Harris County Three Lakes Owners Association Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Weaver
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kings Gap Lake Dam?
Kings Gap 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 Kings Gap Lake Dam?
Kings Gap Lake Dam is owned by Philip B. Williams Harris County Three Lakes Owners Association Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Weaver (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kings Gap Lake Dam?
Kings Gap 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 Kings Gap Lake Dam?
Kings Gap 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 Kings Gap Lake Dam last inspected?
Kings Gap Lake Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.