Dove Lake Dam, located in Grayson, Georgia, was completed in 1965 and is primarily used for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at 22 feet high with a structural height of 18 feet and a length of 990 feet. It has a storage capacity of 99 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 74 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres.
Managed by a private owner, Dove Lake Dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the dam was last inspected in 1986 and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy the surrounding area.
Despite not being state-regulated, Dove Lake Dam remains an important feature in the region's water resource infrastructure. Its location in Gwinnett County, Georgia, within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, ensures that it plays a vital role in managing water resources and contributing to the local ecosystem. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dove Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the balance between human recreation and environmental stewardship in maintaining such structures.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
990 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
99 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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James Shackleford County Park
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Stone Mountain Campground
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Stone Mountain Park Campground
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