North Hampton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
North Hampton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03688 |
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
Northampton Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Hampton Lake Dam?
North Hampton 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 North Hampton Lake Dam?
North Hampton Lake Dam is owned by Northampton Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of North Hampton Lake Dam?
North Hampton 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 North Hampton Lake Dam?
North Hampton 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 North Hampton Lake Dam last inspected?
North Hampton Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.