Lathon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lathon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 55 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03625 |
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
Harris & Grace Gladin Trustee/ Lindsey G Layton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lathon Lake Dam?
Lathon 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 Lathon Lake Dam?
Lathon Lake Dam is owned by Harris & Grace Gladin Trustee/ Lindsey G Layton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lathon Lake Dam built?
Lathon Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Lathon Lake Dam?
Lathon 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 Lathon Lake Dam?
Lathon Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lathon Lake Dam last inspected?
Lathon Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.