Hagler Lake Dam, located in Burke, Georgia, was completed in 1971 with a primary purpose of recreation.
The dam stands at 28 feet in height and spans 675 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. The dam is categorized as an earth type with a buttress core and an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction and inspections, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Hagler Lake Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors while maintaining a manageable level of risk. The dam's location on MT ZION BRANCH and its proximity to the Charleston District highlight its significance in water resource management in the region.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
675 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
MT ZION BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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|
325cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
5080cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
22cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
24cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis
|
6cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
1800cfs |