Ormond Knight Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ormond Knight Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 219 ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02097 |
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
Highlands/ Eagle Owners
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ormond Knight Lake Dam?
Ormond Knight 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 Ormond Knight Lake Dam?
Ormond Knight Lake Dam is owned by Highlands/ Eagle Owners (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Ormond Knight Lake Dam?
Ormond Knight Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Ormond Knight Lake Dam last inspected?
Ormond Knight Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.