Kenilworth Lake Dam, located in Stone Mountain, Georgia, was completed in 1953 and is owned by the DeKalb County local government.
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The dam, standing at a height of 40 feet and spanning 500 feet in length, serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 16 acres and a drainage area of 169 acres. The dam holds a storage capacity of 294 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 200 acre-feet, making it a significant water resource in the region.
The dam is regulated by the Georgia SAFE DAMS program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a hazard potential rated as high and a moderate risk assessment, the dam is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in March 2019. Despite its risk level, the dam has not experienced any significant modifications or incidents in recent years, highlighting its importance as a key water management structure in the area for both flood control and recreational activities. Its location on the South River adds to its significance in the local ecosystem and water management network.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
South River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
169 |
Nid Storage |
294 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |