Orchard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Orchard Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05352 |
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
Orchard Properties Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Orchard Lake Dam?
Orchard 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 Orchard Lake Dam?
Orchard Lake Dam is owned by Orchard Properties Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orchard Lake Dam built?
Orchard Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Orchard Lake Dam?
Orchard 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 Orchard Lake Dam?
Orchard Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Orchard Lake Dam last inspected?
Orchard Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.