Rockbridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rockbridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01797 |
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
Jackson, Kimberly Grant, Monica Hammond, Cynthia Perry, Randy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rockbridge Lake Dam?
Rockbridge 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 Rockbridge Lake Dam?
Rockbridge Lake Dam is owned by Jackson, Kimberly Grant, Monica Hammond, Cynthia Perry, Randy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rockbridge Lake Dam built?
Rockbridge Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Rockbridge Lake Dam?
Rockbridge 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 Rockbridge Lake Dam?
Rockbridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Rockbridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Rockbridge Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.