Young Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Young Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 369 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 41 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02356 |
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
Frank Young
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Young Lake Dam?
Young 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 Lake Dam?
Young Lake Dam is owned by Frank Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Young Lake Dam built?
Young Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lake Dam?
Young 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 Lake Dam?
Young Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Young Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.