Knight Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Knight Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03489 |
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
Ken Hall Farms, Inc.
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 Ken Hall Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Knight Lake Dam?
Knight 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 Knight Lake Dam?
Knight Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.