Pike Lake Dam

Houston, Georgia· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pike Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA)
Dam Length3,070 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage135 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
NID IDGA05461

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 1, 2007
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Pike, Joseph

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pike Lake Dam?

Pike 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 Pike Lake Dam?

Pike Lake Dam is owned by Pike, Joseph (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pike Lake Dam?

Pike 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 Pike Lake Dam?

Pike Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Pike Lake Dam last inspected?

Pike Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.