Lake Florence Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Florence Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 92.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 627 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,380 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01642 |
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
Mountain Creek Valley, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Florence Dam?
Lake Florence 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 Florence Dam?
Lake Florence Dam is owned by Mountain Creek Valley, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Florence Dam built?
Lake Florence Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Florence Dam?
Lake Florence 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 Florence Dam?
Lake Florence Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Florence Dam last inspected?
Lake Florence Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.