Lookout Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lookout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 304 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 365 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 118 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00771 |
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
Dade County Board of Commissioners Moore, Larry
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lookout Lake Dam?
Lookout 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 Lookout Lake Dam?
Lookout Lake Dam is owned by Dade County Board of Commissioners Moore, Larry (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lookout Lake Dam built?
Lookout Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Lookout Lake Dam?
Lookout 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 Lookout Lake Dam?
Lookout Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lookout Lake Dam last inspected?
Lookout Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.