Lake Rockaway Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Rockaway Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 483 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01281 |
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
Rockdale County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Rockaway Dam?
Lake Rockaway 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 Rockaway Dam?
Lake Rockaway Dam is owned by Rockdale County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Rockaway Dam built?
Lake Rockaway Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Rockaway Dam?
Lake Rockaway 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 Rockaway Dam?
Lake Rockaway Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Rockaway Dam last inspected?
Lake Rockaway Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.