Knoxville Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Knoxville Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06200 |
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
Knoxville Plantation, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Knoxville Lake Dam?
Knoxville 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 Knoxville Lake Dam?
Knoxville Lake Dam is owned by Knoxville Plantation, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Knoxville Lake Dam?
Knoxville 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 Knoxville Lake Dam?
Knoxville Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Knoxville Lake Dam last inspected?
Knoxville Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.