Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01804 |
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
Cornerstone Realty Income Trust Tgm Ashley Lake Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam?
Lock Ridge Forest 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 Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam?
Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam is owned by Cornerstone Realty Income Trust Tgm Ashley Lake Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam built?
Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam?
Lock Ridge Forest 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 Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam?
Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam last inspected?
Lock Ridge Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.