Krystal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Krystal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 573 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 163 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00764 |
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
Gordon Lee Farms LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Krystal Lake Dam?
Krystal 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 Krystal Lake Dam?
Krystal Lake Dam is owned by Gordon Lee Farms LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krystal Lake Dam built?
Krystal Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Krystal Lake Dam?
Krystal 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 Krystal Lake Dam?
Krystal Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Krystal Lake Dam last inspected?
Krystal Lake Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.