Young Kim Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Young Kim Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 159 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 248 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00672 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Kim, Young Dr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Young Kim Lake Dam?
Young Kim Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Young Kim Lake Dam?
Young Kim Lake Dam is owned by Kim, Young Dr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Young Kim Lake Dam built?
Young Kim Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Young Kim Lake Dam?
Young Kim 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 Young Kim Lake Dam?
Young Kim Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Young Kim Lake Dam last inspected?
Young Kim Lake Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.