Lanier Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lanier Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 930 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02895 |
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
Howard H. Davis Sr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lanier Lake Dam?
Lanier 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 Lanier Lake Dam?
Lanier Lake Dam is owned by Howard H. Davis Sr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lanier Lake Dam built?
Lanier Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lanier Lake Dam?
Lanier 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 Lanier Lake Dam?
Lanier Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Lanier Lake Dam last inspected?
Lanier Lake Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.