Lake Margie Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Margie Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| NID ID | GA05574 |
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
Beloved LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Margie Dam?
Lake Margie 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 Margie Dam?
Lake Margie Dam is owned by Beloved LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Margie Dam?
Lake Margie 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 Margie Dam?
Lake Margie 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.