Moore Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Cherokee, Georgia· Earth· 43 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 93.4% in GA)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDGA04073

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: April 24, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Moore, Timothy Irving Trustee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moore Lake Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam?

Moore Lake Dam is owned by Moore, Timothy Irving Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Moore Lake Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam?

Moore Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Moore Lake Dam last inspected?

Moore Lake Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2019. 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.