Luce Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Luce Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01036 |
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
Jpl Farms, Lllp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Luce Lake Dam?
Luce 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 Luce Lake Dam?
Luce Lake Dam is owned by Jpl Farms, Lllp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Luce Lake Dam built?
Luce Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Luce Lake Dam?
Luce 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 Luce Lake Dam?
Luce Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Luce Lake Dam last inspected?
Luce Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.