Lee & Gordon Mill Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee & Gordon Mill Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1836 and is 190 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 65 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1836 (190 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00183 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Chickamauga;Steele, Lance and Randall
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Krystal Lake Dam
Walker, GA
Low Hazard 11 ftBlue Springs Lake West Dam
Catoosa, GA
Low Hazard 14 ftBlue Springs East Lake Dam
Catoosa, GA
Low Hazard 10 ftGinger Lake Dam
Walker, GA
Low Hazard 25 ftShields Lake Dam
Walker, GA
Low Hazard 26 ftUpper Shields Lake Dam
Walker, GA
Low Hazard 27 ftLakeshore Cove Lake Dam
Catoosa, GA
Low Hazard 12 ftJackson Lake South Dam
Catoosa, GA
Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lee & Gordon Mill Dam?
Lee & Gordon Mill Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lee & Gordon Mill Dam?
Lee & Gordon Mill Dam is owned by City of Chickamauga;Steele, Lance and Randall (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee & Gordon Mill Dam built?
Lee & Gordon Mill Dam was completed in 1836, making it 190 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 Lee & Gordon Mill Dam?
Lee & Gordon Mill Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lee & Gordon Mill Dam?
Lee & Gordon Mill Dam has a dam height of 13 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.