Lake Hancock Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Hancock Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,730 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03182 |
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
Lake Hancock Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hancock Dam?
Lake Hancock 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 Hancock Dam?
Lake Hancock Dam is owned by Lake Hancock Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hancock Dam built?
Lake Hancock Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Hancock Dam?
Lake Hancock 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 Hancock Dam?
Lake Hancock Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Hancock Dam last inspected?
Lake Hancock Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.