Levy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Levy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01624 |
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
Levy, Michael
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Levy Lake Dam?
Levy 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 Levy Lake Dam?
Levy Lake Dam is owned by Levy, Michael (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Levy Lake Dam built?
Levy Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Levy Lake Dam?
Levy 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 Levy Lake Dam?
Levy Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Levy Lake Dam last inspected?
Levy Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.