Carl Graham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carl Graham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 410 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03170 |
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
Graham, Carl
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carl Graham Lake Dam?
Carl Graham 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 Carl Graham Lake Dam?
Carl Graham Lake Dam is owned by Graham, Carl (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carl Graham Lake Dam built?
Carl Graham Lake Dam 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 Carl Graham Lake Dam?
Carl Graham 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 Carl Graham Lake Dam?
Carl Graham Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Carl Graham Lake Dam last inspected?
Carl Graham Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.