Lakeridge Dam

UNKNOWN· Rockdale, Georgia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lakeridge Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length255 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDGA04957

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rockdale County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeridge Dam?

Lakeridge 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 Lakeridge Dam?

Lakeridge Dam is owned by Rockdale County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lakeridge Dam?

Lakeridge 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 Lakeridge Dam?

Lakeridge Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lakeridge Dam last inspected?

Lakeridge Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.