Ridley Lake Dam

Name unknown· Troup, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ridley 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 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length438 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area913 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA02614

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: October 23, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Developmen Authority of LaGrange

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ridley Lake Dam?

Ridley 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 Ridley Lake Dam?

Ridley Lake Dam is owned by Developmen Authority of LaGrange (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ridley Lake Dam built?

Ridley 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 Ridley Lake Dam?

Ridley 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 Ridley Lake Dam?

Ridley Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Ridley Lake Dam last inspected?

Ridley Lake Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2019. 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.