Lake Louise Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Louise Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 114 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01786 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hodges, William
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Louise Dam?
Lake Louise Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Louise Dam?
Lake Louise Dam is owned by Hodges, William (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Louise Dam built?
Lake Louise Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Louise Dam?
Lake Louise 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 Louise Dam?
Lake Louise Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Louise Dam last inspected?
Lake Louise Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.