Riverside Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Riverside Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,132 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00787 |
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
Agnew, Clinton H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Riverside Lake Dam?
Riverside 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 Riverside Lake Dam?
Riverside Lake Dam is owned by Agnew, Clinton H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Riverside Lake Dam built?
Riverside Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Riverside Lake Dam?
Riverside 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 Riverside Lake Dam?
Riverside 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 Riverside Lake Dam last inspected?
Riverside Lake Dam was last inspected on February 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.