Orkin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Orkin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 522 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01510 |
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
FRBH Edgewater Owner LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Orkin Lake Dam?
Orkin 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 Orkin Lake Dam?
Orkin Lake Dam is owned by FRBH Edgewater Owner LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orkin Lake Dam built?
Orkin Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Orkin Lake Dam?
Orkin 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 Orkin Lake Dam?
Orkin Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Orkin Lake Dam last inspected?
Orkin Lake Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.