Sam Griffin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sam Griffin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03265 |
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
Laurens County Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sam Griffin Lake Dam?
Sam Griffin 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 Sam Griffin Lake Dam?
Sam Griffin Lake Dam is owned by Laurens County Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sam Griffin Lake Dam built?
Sam Griffin Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Sam Griffin Lake Dam?
Sam Griffin 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 Sam Griffin Lake Dam?
Sam Griffin 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 Sam Griffin Lake Dam last inspected?
Sam Griffin Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.