Laquidara Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Laquidara Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06296 |
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
Felix Laquidara
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laquidara Lake Dam?
Laquidara 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 Laquidara Lake Dam?
Laquidara Lake Dam is owned by Felix Laquidara (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laquidara Lake Dam built?
Laquidara Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Laquidara Lake Dam?
Laquidara 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.