Cagle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cagle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02094 |
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
Dalrymple, Dykes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cagle Lake Dam?
Cagle 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 Cagle Lake Dam?
Cagle Lake Dam is owned by Dalrymple, Dykes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cagle Lake Dam built?
Cagle Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Cagle Lake Dam?
Cagle 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 Cagle Lake Dam?
Cagle Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Cagle Lake Dam last inspected?
Cagle Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.