Lake Constance Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Constance Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 395 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 205 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03661 |
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
Balfour Land Company LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Constance Dam?
Lake Constance 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 Constance Dam?
Lake Constance Dam is owned by Balfour Land Company LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Constance Dam built?
Lake Constance Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Constance Dam?
Lake Constance 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 Constance Dam?
Lake Constance Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Constance Dam last inspected?
Lake Constance Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.