Lake Glen Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Glen Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| NID ID | GA05385 |
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
River Glen Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Glen Dam?
Lake Glen 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 Glen Dam?
Lake Glen Dam is owned by River Glen Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Glen Dam?
Lake Glen 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 Glen Dam?
Lake Glen Dam has a dam height of 25 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.