Shope Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shope Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 249 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 259 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02389 |
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
Meadows, James and Pattie
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shope Lake Dam?
Shope 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 Shope Lake Dam?
Shope Lake Dam is owned by Meadows, James and Pattie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shope Lake Dam built?
Shope Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Shope Lake Dam?
Shope 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 Shope Lake Dam?
Shope Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.