North Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· DeKalb, Georgia· Built 1953· Earth· 22 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

North Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length	420 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	156 acre-ft

Surface Area	18 acres
Drainage Area	272 sq mi
Year Completed	1953 (73 years old)
NID ID	GA02051

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: March 16, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Atlanta Community Services

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Lake Dam?

North Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates North Lake Dam?

North Lake Dam is owned by Atlanta Community Services (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Lake Dam built?

North Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 North Lake Dam?

North 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 Lake Dam?

North Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lake Dam last inspected?

North Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. 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.