Lanceford Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lanceford Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01134 |
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
Peek, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lanceford Lake Dam?
Lanceford 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 Lanceford Lake Dam?
Lanceford Lake Dam is owned by Peek, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lanceford Lake Dam built?
Lanceford Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lanceford Lake Dam?
Lanceford 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 Lanceford Lake Dam?
Lanceford Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Lanceford Lake Dam last inspected?
Lanceford Lake Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.