Lake Haynes Dam

UNNAMED· Rockdale, Georgia· Earth· 43 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Haynes Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 93.4% in GA)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDGA04958

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lake Haynes Homeowners Rec Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Haynes Dam?

Lake Haynes 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 Haynes Dam?

Lake Haynes Dam is owned by Lake Haynes Homeowners Rec Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Haynes Dam?

Lake Haynes 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 Haynes Dam?

Lake Haynes Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Haynes Dam last inspected?

Lake Haynes Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.