Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 97.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | GA06352 |
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
Williams, George G.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam?
Lawrence Ridge 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 Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam?
Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam is owned by Williams, George G. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam?
Lawrence Ridge 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 Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam?
Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Lawrence Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.