Knight Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Knight Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00516 |
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
Usher, Stephanie Martin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Knight Lake Dam?
Knight 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 Knight Lake Dam?
Knight Lake Dam is owned by Usher, Stephanie Martin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knight Lake Dam built?
Knight Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Knight Lake Dam?
Knight 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 Knight Lake Dam?
Knight Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Knight Lake Dam last inspected?
Knight Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.