Land Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Land Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,070 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00267 |
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
Allentown Warehouse Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Land Lake Dam?
Land 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 Land Lake Dam?
Land Lake Dam is owned by Allentown Warehouse Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Land Lake Dam built?
Land Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Land Lake Dam?
Land 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 Land Lake Dam?
Land 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 Land Lake Dam last inspected?
Land Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.