Avery Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Harris, Georgia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Avery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length570 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area105 sq mi
NID IDGA01652

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: February 5, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Avery, Harold Parker & Maurine M as Trustees

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Avery Lake Dam?

Avery 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 Avery Lake Dam?

Avery Lake Dam is owned by Avery, Harold Parker & Maurine M as Trustees (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Avery Lake Dam?

Avery Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Avery Lake Dam?

Avery Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Avery Lake Dam last inspected?

Avery Lake Dam was last inspected on February 5, 2020. 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.