Roger Kidd Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Roger Kidd Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06237 |
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
Kidd, Roger N.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roger Kidd Lake Dam?
Roger Kidd 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 Roger Kidd Lake Dam?
Roger Kidd Lake Dam is owned by Kidd, Roger N. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roger Kidd Lake Dam built?
Roger Kidd Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Roger Kidd Lake Dam?
Roger Kidd Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Roger Kidd Lake Dam last inspected?
Roger Kidd Lake Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.