Lake Margaret Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Margaret Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02853 |
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
Howard Landcaster Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Margaret Dam?
Lake Margaret 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 Margaret Dam?
Lake Margaret Dam is owned by Howard Landcaster Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Margaret Dam built?
Lake Margaret Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Margaret Dam?
Lake Margaret 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 Margaret Dam?
Lake Margaret 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 Margaret Dam last inspected?
Lake Margaret Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.