Butler Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Butler Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1991 |
| NID ID | GA01721 |
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
Fort Eisenhower
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Butler Reservoir?
Butler Reservoir 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 Butler Reservoir?
Butler Reservoir is owned by Fort Eisenhower (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Butler Reservoir built?
Butler Reservoir was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Butler Reservoir?
Butler Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Butler Reservoir?
Butler Reservoir has a dam height of 45 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 Reservoir last inspected?
Butler Reservoir was last inspected on March 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.