Lake Neva Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Neva Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 480 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02965 |
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
Stone Creek Golf Club LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Neva Dam?
Lake Neva 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 Neva Dam?
Lake Neva Dam is owned by Stone Creek Golf Club LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Neva Dam built?
Lake Neva Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Neva Dam?
Lake Neva Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Neva Dam?
Lake Neva Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Neva Dam last inspected?
Lake Neva Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.