Livingston Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Livingston Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 456 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 377 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02611 |
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
Taylor Family Turkey Creek Farm LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Livingston Lake Dam?
Livingston 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 Livingston Lake Dam?
Livingston Lake Dam is owned by Taylor Family Turkey Creek Farm LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Livingston Lake Dam built?
Livingston Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Livingston Lake Dam?
Livingston 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 Livingston Lake Dam?
Livingston Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Livingston Lake Dam last inspected?
Livingston Lake Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.