Camp Adahi Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Adahi Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 474 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00757 |
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
Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Adahi Lake Dam?
Camp Adahi 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 Camp Adahi Lake Dam?
Camp Adahi Lake Dam is owned by Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Adahi Lake Dam built?
Camp Adahi Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Camp Adahi Lake Dam?
Camp Adahi 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 Camp Adahi Lake Dam?
Camp Adahi Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Camp Adahi Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Adahi Lake Dam was last inspected on February 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.