Bluebird Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bluebird Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 94.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | GA04621 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Ida Carson Callaway Foundation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bluebird Lake Dam?
Bluebird 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 Bluebird Lake Dam?
Bluebird Lake Dam is owned by Ida Carson Callaway Foundation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bluebird Lake Dam?
Bluebird 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 Bluebird Lake Dam?
Bluebird Lake Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Bluebird Lake Dam last inspected?
Bluebird Lake Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.