Lpc Lake Dam

Jackson, Georgia· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lpc Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage47 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
NID IDGA07859

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 11, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Louisiana Pacific Corp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lpc Lake Dam?

Lpc 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 Lpc Lake Dam?

Lpc Lake Dam is owned by Louisiana Pacific Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lpc Lake Dam?

Lpc 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 Lpc Lake Dam?

Lpc Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Lpc Lake Dam last inspected?

Lpc Lake Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.