Ray Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Morgan, Georgia· Built 1957· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ray Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length505 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDGA00458

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: April 1, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ray, Lewis A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ray Lake Dam?

Ray 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 Ray Lake Dam?

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

When was Ray Lake Dam built?

Ray Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Ray Lake Dam?

Ray 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 Ray Lake Dam?

Ray Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Ray Lake Dam last inspected?

Ray Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. 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.