Lee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 666 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 107 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00805 |
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
Battlefield Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lee Lake Dam?
Lee 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 Lee Lake Dam?
Lee Lake Dam is owned by Battlefield Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee Lake Dam built?
Lee Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lake Dam?
Lee 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 Lee Lake Dam?
Lee Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Lee Lake Dam last inspected?
Lee Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.