Lokey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lokey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03573 |
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
Lake Lokey Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lokey Lake Dam?
Lokey 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 Lokey Lake Dam?
Lokey Lake Dam is owned by Lake Lokey Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lokey Lake Dam built?
Lokey Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lokey Lake Dam?
Lokey 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 Lokey Lake Dam?
Lokey Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lokey Lake Dam last inspected?
Lokey Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.