Lake Ida Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Ida Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 770 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01666 |
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
Poe, Nicholas and Crystal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Ida Dam?
Lake Ida 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 Ida Dam?
Lake Ida Dam is owned by Poe, Nicholas and Crystal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Ida Dam built?
Lake Ida Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Ida Dam?
Lake Ida 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 Ida Dam?
Lake Ida Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Ida Dam last inspected?
Lake Ida Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.