Lake Riverside Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Riverside Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,340 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | GA03587 |
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
Lake Riverside Land Owners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Riverside Dam?
Lake Riverside 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 Riverside Dam?
Lake Riverside Dam is owned by Lake Riverside Land Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Riverside Dam built?
Lake Riverside Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Riverside Dam?
Lake Riverside 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 Riverside Dam?
Lake Riverside Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Riverside Dam last inspected?
Lake Riverside Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.