Moore Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moore Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 96.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 954 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 726 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05316 |
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
Carrollton SHM Real Estate LLC
Private
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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 Carrollton SHM Real Estate LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moore Lake Dam built?
Moore Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 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 52 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 November 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.