Lane Lake Dam, located in Gordon, Georgia, is a private earth dam constructed in 1955 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 29 feet and with a length of 336 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 89 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 65.2 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unknown stream in the Nashville District, with the nearest city being Redbud.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, Lane Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition. It has undergone inspections every five years, with the last one conducted in January 2018. The dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and is under state jurisdiction with no federal involvement in its ownership, funding, design, construction, or regulation. With its serene surroundings and recreational purpose, Lane Lake Dam serves as a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
336 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.3 |
Drainage Area |
37 |
Nid Storage |
89 |
Structural Height |
22.3 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Coosawattee River Near Pine Chapel
|
602cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
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460cfs |
Talking Rock Creek Near Hinton
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84cfs |
Oostanaula River At Resaca
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1020cfs |
Holly Creek Near Chatsworth
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20cfs |
Conasauga River At Tilton
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356cfs |
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Salacoa Creek Park
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Harris Branch - Carters Lake
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Woodring Branch - Carters Lake
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Doll Mountain - Carters Lake
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