Lake Alexandra Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Alexandra Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01604 |
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
Georgia Wildlife Resources Division
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Alexandra Dam?
Lake Alexandra 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 Lake Alexandra Dam?
Lake Alexandra Dam is owned by Georgia Wildlife Resources Division (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Alexandra Dam built?
Lake Alexandra Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lake Alexandra Dam?
Lake Alexandra 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 Lake Alexandra Dam?
Lake Alexandra 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 Lake Alexandra Dam last inspected?
Lake Alexandra Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.