Lakemont Estates Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakemont Estates Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 210 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01913 |
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
Lakemont Homeowners Association.Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakemont Estates Lake Dam?
Lakemont Estates Lake 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 Lakemont Estates Lake Dam?
Lakemont Estates Lake Dam is owned by Lakemont Homeowners Association.Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakemont Estates Lake Dam built?
Lakemont Estates Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Lakemont Estates Lake Dam?
Lakemont Estates Lake 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 Lakemont Estates Lake Dam?
Lakemont Estates Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Lakemont Estates Lake Dam last inspected?
Lakemont Estates Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.