Lovejoys Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lovejoys Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04288 |
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
Lovejoy, L. C.
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lovejoys Lake Dam?
Lovejoys 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 Lovejoys Lake Dam?
Lovejoys Lake Dam is owned by Lovejoy, L. C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lovejoys Lake Dam built?
Lovejoys Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Lovejoys Lake Dam?
Lovejoys 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 Lovejoys Lake Dam?
Lovejoys Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.