Lake Hampton Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Hampton Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 305 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01880 |
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
Newman, Miriam A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hampton Dam?
Lake Hampton 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 Hampton Dam?
Lake Hampton Dam is owned by Newman, Miriam A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hampton Dam built?
Lake Hampton Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hampton Dam?
Lake Hampton 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 Hampton Dam?
Lake Hampton Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Hampton Dam last inspected?
Lake Hampton Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.