Little River East Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Little River East Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 602 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05202 |
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
Pennington, Brook
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little River East Lake Dam?
Little River East 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 Little River East Lake Dam?
Little River East Lake Dam is owned by Pennington, Brook (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River East Lake Dam built?
Little River East Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Little River East Lake Dam?
Little River East 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 Little River East Lake Dam?
Little River East Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.