Rape Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rape Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01874 |
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
Rape, Larry R.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rape Lake Dam?
Rape 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 Rape Lake Dam?
Rape Lake Dam is owned by Rape, Larry R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rape Lake Dam built?
Rape Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Rape Lake Dam?
Rape 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 Rape Lake Dam?
Rape Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Rape Lake Dam last inspected?
Rape Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.