Reese Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Reese Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 882 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01191 |
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
Pond Enterprises LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reese Lake Dam?
Reese 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 Reese Lake Dam?
Reese Lake Dam is owned by Pond Enterprises LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reese Lake Dam built?
Reese Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Reese Lake Dam?
Reese 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 Reese Lake Dam?
Reese Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Reese Lake Dam last inspected?
Reese Lake Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.