Camp Cherokee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Cherokee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00187 |
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
Mercer, Shane and Trevor
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Cherokee Lake Dam?
Camp Cherokee 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 Cherokee Lake Dam?
Camp Cherokee Lake Dam is owned by Mercer, Shane and Trevor (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Camp Cherokee Lake Dam?
Camp Cherokee 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 Cherokee Lake Dam?
Camp Cherokee Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Cherokee Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Cherokee Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.