Lake Henry Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Henry Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,250 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01237 |
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
Ishmel Taylor Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Henry Dam?
Lake Henry 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 Henry Dam?
Lake Henry Dam is owned by Ishmel Taylor Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Henry Dam built?
Lake Henry Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Henry Dam?
Lake Henry 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 Henry Dam?
Lake Henry Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Henry Dam last inspected?
Lake Henry Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.