Rivermeade Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Fulton, Georgia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rivermeade Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length1,320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
NID IDGA03824

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: May 12, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rivermeade Homeowners Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rivermeade Lake Dam?

Rivermeade 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 Rivermeade Lake Dam?

Rivermeade Lake Dam is owned by Rivermeade Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rivermeade Lake Dam?

Rivermeade 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 Rivermeade Lake Dam?

Rivermeade Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Rivermeade Lake Dam last inspected?

Rivermeade Lake Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2017. 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.