Vandivers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vandivers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 477 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 348 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01519 |
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
Vandiver Lakes LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vandivers Lake Dam?
Vandivers 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 Vandivers Lake Dam?
Vandivers Lake Dam is owned by Vandiver Lakes LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vandivers Lake Dam built?
Vandivers Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Vandivers Lake Dam?
Vandivers 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 Vandivers Lake Dam?
Vandivers Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Vandivers Lake Dam last inspected?
Vandivers Lake Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.