Loiselle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Loiselle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04762 |
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
Kawikee Refuge LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loiselle Lake Dam?
Loiselle 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 Loiselle Lake Dam?
Loiselle Lake Dam is owned by Kawikee Refuge LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loiselle Lake Dam built?
Loiselle Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Loiselle Lake Dam?
Loiselle 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 Loiselle Lake Dam?
Loiselle Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Loiselle Lake Dam last inspected?
Loiselle Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.