Langdale Co. Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Langdale Co. Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03386 |
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
JHL Land Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Langdale Co. Lake Dam?
Langdale Co. 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 Langdale Co. Lake Dam?
Langdale Co. Lake Dam is owned by JHL Land Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Langdale Co. Lake Dam built?
Langdale Co. 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 Langdale Co. Lake Dam?
Langdale Co. Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Langdale Co. Lake Dam?
Langdale Co. Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Langdale Co. Lake Dam last inspected?
Langdale Co. Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.