Lakeview Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeview Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 172 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05077 |
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
Bales, Frank L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeview Lake Dam?
Lakeview 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 Lakeview Lake Dam?
Lakeview Lake Dam is owned by Bales, Frank L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeview Lake Dam built?
Lakeview Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lakeview Lake Dam?
Lakeview 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 Lakeview Lake Dam?
Lakeview Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lakeview Lake Dam last inspected?
Lakeview Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.