Lakeside Dam

BOGGY BRANCH· Bibb, Georgia· Built 1890· Earth· 45 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakeside Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 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	45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA)
Dam Length	1,350 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	2.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage	205 acre-ft

Surface Area	41 acres
Drainage Area	1,895 sq mi
Year Completed	1890 (136 years old)
NID ID	GA00207

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: March 8, 2016

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

LAKESIDE PROPERTIES LLC;Norfolk Southern Corporation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeside Dam?

Lakeside 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 Lakeside Dam?

Lakeside Dam is owned by LAKESIDE PROPERTIES LLC;Norfolk Southern Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakeside Dam built?

Lakeside Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Lakeside Dam?

Lakeside 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 Lakeside Dam?

Lakeside Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Lakeside Dam last inspected?

Lakeside Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2016. 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.