Butler Lake Dam

WARDS CREEK· Thomas, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Butler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length1,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage445 acre-ft
Normal Storage278 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
NID IDGA04995

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: July 9, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

New Hope Timber LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Butler Lake Dam?

Butler 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 Butler Lake Dam?

Butler Lake Dam is owned by New Hope Timber LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Butler Lake Dam?

Butler 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 Butler Lake Dam?

Butler Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Butler Lake Dam last inspected?

Butler Lake Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2019. 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.