Richardson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Richardson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| NID ID | GA05459 |
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
Georgia Dnr, Wildlife Resources Division Fisheries Management Section
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Richardson Lake Dam?
Richardson 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 Richardson Lake Dam?
Richardson Lake Dam is owned by Georgia Dnr, Wildlife Resources Division Fisheries Management Section (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Richardson Lake Dam?
Richardson 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 Richardson Lake Dam?
Richardson Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Richardson Lake Dam last inspected?
Richardson Lake Dam was last inspected on February 14, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.