Lane Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lane Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 395 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05206 |
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
Dr. Robert J. Puckett
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lane Lake Dam?
Lane 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 Lane Lake Dam?
Lane Lake Dam is owned by Dr. Robert J. Puckett (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lane Lake Dam built?
Lane Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Lane Lake Dam?
Lane 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 Lane Lake Dam?
Lane Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Lane Lake Dam last inspected?
Lane Lake Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.