Lacy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lacy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 175 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02496 |
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
Sharp Residential Builders
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lacy Lake Dam?
Lacy 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 Lacy Lake Dam?
Lacy Lake Dam is owned by Sharp Residential Builders (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lacy Lake Dam built?
Lacy Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Lacy Lake Dam?
Lacy 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 Lacy Lake Dam?
Lacy Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lacy Lake Dam last inspected?
Lacy Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.