Mize Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Spalding, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mize Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage333 acre-ft
Normal Storage166 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area397 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA01458

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: October 1, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Manley Lake Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mize Lake Dam?

Mize 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 Mize Lake Dam?

Mize Lake Dam is owned by Manley Lake Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mize Lake Dam built?

Mize Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mize Lake Dam?

Mize 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 Mize Lake Dam?

Mize Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Mize Lake Dam last inspected?

Mize Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2012. 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.