Carls Twin Lakes Dam
Key Takeaway
Carls Twin Lakes Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 496 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01264 |
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
Etheredge, Cecil D.
Private
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carls Twin Lakes Dam?
Carls Twin Lakes 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 Carls Twin Lakes Dam?
Carls Twin Lakes Dam is owned by Etheredge, Cecil D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carls Twin Lakes Dam built?
Carls Twin Lakes Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Carls Twin Lakes Dam?
Carls Twin Lakes 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 Carls Twin Lakes Dam?
Carls Twin Lakes Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Carls Twin Lakes Dam last inspected?
Carls Twin Lakes Dam was last inspected on January 26, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.