Lake Rockdale Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Rockdale Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 767 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 948 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01282 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hi-Roc Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Rockdale Dam?
Lake Rockdale Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Rockdale Dam?
Lake Rockdale Dam is owned by Hi-Roc Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Rockdale Dam built?
Lake Rockdale Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Rockdale Dam?
Lake Rockdale 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 Rockdale Dam?
Lake Rockdale Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Rockdale Dam last inspected?
Lake Rockdale Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.