Lewis Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Morgan, Georgia· Built 1965· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lewis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA)
Dam Length990 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage495 acre-ft
Normal Storage338 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDGA00462

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 1, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lewis, L. K.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lewis Lake Dam?

Lewis 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 Lewis Lake Dam?

Lewis Lake Dam is owned by Lewis, L. K. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lewis Lake Dam built?

Lewis Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lewis Lake Dam?

Lewis 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 Lewis Lake Dam?

Lewis Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Lewis Lake Dam last inspected?

Lewis Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.