Buccaneer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Buccaneer Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 855 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 724 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,290 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01082 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Monroe Associates, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buccaneer Lake Dam?
Buccaneer Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Buccaneer Lake Dam?
Buccaneer Lake Dam is owned by Monroe Associates, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buccaneer Lake Dam built?
Buccaneer Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Buccaneer Lake Dam?
Buccaneer 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 Buccaneer Lake Dam?
Buccaneer Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Buccaneer Lake Dam last inspected?
Buccaneer Lake Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.