Lakeside Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeside Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 282 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 281 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 370 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02476 |
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
Lakeside Estates, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeside Estates Dam?
Lakeside Estates 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 Lakeside Estates Dam?
Lakeside Estates Dam is owned by Lakeside Estates, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeside Estates Dam built?
Lakeside Estates Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Estates Dam?
Lakeside Estates 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 Estates Dam?
Lakeside Estates Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Estates Dam last inspected?
Lakeside Estates Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.