Ledbetter Lake Dam, located in Pickens, Georgia, was completed in 1990 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
Wind
Humidity
This private dam stands at a height of 52 feet with a length of 520 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 264 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Ledbetter Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam is inspected every five years, with the last assessment conducted in June 2016. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, measures for risk management and emergency action planning are not specified in the available data. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ledbetter Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and risk assessment within the state of Georgia.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
264 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
52 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rocky Ford Campsite
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Amicalola Mountain
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