Lake Innsbruck Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Innsbruck Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02764 |
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
Pine Mountain Club Chalets Resort
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Innsbruck Dam?
Lake Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck Dam?
Lake Innsbruck Dam is owned by Pine Mountain Club Chalets Resort (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Innsbruck Dam built?
Lake Innsbruck Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Innsbruck Dam?
Lake Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck Dam?
Lake Innsbruck Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Innsbruck Dam last inspected?
Lake Innsbruck Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.