Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 355 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04097 |
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
University of Georgia / Animal and Dairy Science
State Government
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Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam?
Lake Allen M. Herrick 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 Allen M. Herrick Dam?
Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam is owned by University of Georgia / Animal and Dairy Science (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam built?
Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Allen M. Herrick Dam?
Lake Allen M. Herrick 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 Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam?
Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Allen M. Herrick Dam last inspected?
Lake Allen M. Herrick Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.