Camp Shepherd Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Shepherd Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04885 |
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
Baptist Boys Camp Council of Georgia
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Shepherd Lake Dam?
Camp Shepherd 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 Shepherd Lake Dam?
Camp Shepherd Lake Dam is owned by Baptist Boys Camp Council of Georgia (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Shepherd Lake Dam built?
Camp Shepherd Lake Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Shepherd Lake Dam?
Camp Shepherd 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 Shepherd Lake Dam?
Camp Shepherd Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Shepherd Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Shepherd Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.