Lake Arrowhead Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Arrowhead Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 423 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 328 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01611 |
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
Perkins, Marian & Etal Lake Arrowhead Land Owner Association LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam is owned by Perkins, Marian & Etal Lake Arrowhead Land Owner Association LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Arrowhead Dam built?
Lake Arrowhead Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Arrowhead Dam last inspected?
Lake Arrowhead Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.