Langham Lake Dam

REEDY CREEK· Warren, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Langham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA00370

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Norton, Jimmy and Sandra EST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Langham Lake Dam?

Langham 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 Langham Lake Dam?

Langham Lake Dam is owned by Norton, Jimmy and Sandra EST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Langham Lake Dam?

Langham 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 Langham Lake Dam?

Langham Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Langham Lake Dam last inspected?

Langham Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.