Pegamore Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pegamore Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 609 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 392 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00151 |
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
Pegamore, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pegamore Lake Dam?
Pegamore 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 Pegamore Lake Dam?
Pegamore Lake Dam is owned by Pegamore, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pegamore Lake Dam built?
Pegamore Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Pegamore Lake Dam?
Pegamore 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 Pegamore Lake Dam?
Pegamore Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Pegamore Lake Dam last inspected?
Pegamore Lake Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.