Lloyds Lake Dam

Unknown· Walker, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lloyds Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length305 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area310 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA02303

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: February 28, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Chapin, Mr. and Mrs. William

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lloyds Lake Dam?

Lloyds 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 Lloyds Lake Dam?

Lloyds Lake Dam is owned by Chapin, Mr. and Mrs. William (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lloyds Lake Dam built?

Lloyds Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lloyds Lake Dam?

Lloyds 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 Lloyds Lake Dam?

Lloyds Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lloyds Lake Dam last inspected?

Lloyds Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2018. 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.