Lionel Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lionel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 726 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 52 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01809 |
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
Sydney Pond Homeowner's Assn.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lionel Lake Dam?
Lionel 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 Lionel Lake Dam?
Lionel Lake Dam is owned by Sydney Pond Homeowner's Assn. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lionel Lake Dam built?
Lionel Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Lionel Lake Dam?
Lionel 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 Lionel Lake Dam?
Lionel Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lionel Lake Dam last inspected?
Lionel Lake Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.