Todd Lake North Dam
Key Takeaway
Todd Lake North Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 677 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 116 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02385 |
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
Lake Island Holdings, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Todd Lake North Dam?
Todd Lake North 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 Todd Lake North Dam?
Todd Lake North Dam is owned by Lake Island Holdings, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Todd Lake North Dam built?
Todd Lake North Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Todd Lake North Dam?
Todd Lake North 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 Todd Lake North Dam?
Todd Lake North Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Todd Lake North Dam last inspected?
Todd Lake North Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.