North Landing Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
North Landing Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 655 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 133 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01479 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Jeremy Coulson;North Landing HOA;Sandy Raye;Susan Maddox
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Landing Lake Dam?
North Landing 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 Landing Lake Dam?
North Landing Lake Dam is owned by Jeremy Coulson;North Landing HOA;Sandy Raye;Susan Maddox (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Landing Lake Dam built?
North Landing 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 North Landing Lake Dam?
North Landing 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 Landing Lake Dam?
North Landing Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Landing Lake Dam last inspected?
North Landing Lake Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.