Kristina Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· DeKalb, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kristina Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area115 sq mi
NID IDGA03912

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 1, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Britt, Kristina

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kristina Lake Dam?

Kristina 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 Kristina Lake Dam?

Kristina Lake Dam is owned by Britt, Kristina (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kristina Lake Dam?

Kristina 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 Kristina Lake Dam?

Kristina Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Kristina Lake Dam last inspected?

Kristina Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.