Lake Lassetter Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lassetter Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5,900 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01034 |
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
State of Georgia
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lassetter Dam?
Lake Lassetter 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 Lassetter Dam?
Lake Lassetter Dam is owned by State of Georgia (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lassetter Dam built?
Lake Lassetter Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Lassetter Dam?
Lake Lassetter 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 Lassetter Dam?
Lake Lassetter Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Lassetter Dam last inspected?
Lake Lassetter Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.