Aubrey Lake Dam

PETTIT CREEK· Bartow, Georgia· Built 1925· Concrete· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Aubrey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage552 acre-ft
Normal Storage552 acre-ft
Surface Area92 acres
Drainage Area2,000 sq mi
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDGA00783

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 21, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Neal, Bob and Janet

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Aubrey Lake Dam?

Aubrey Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Aubrey Lake Dam?

Aubrey Lake Dam is owned by Neal, Bob and Janet (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Aubrey Lake Dam built?

Aubrey Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Aubrey Lake Dam?

Aubrey Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Aubrey Lake Dam?

Aubrey Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Aubrey Lake Dam last inspected?

Aubrey Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.