Carmichael Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carmichael Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 93.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 909 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 996 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01535 |
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
Oracle Fulton Land LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carmichael Lake Dam?
Carmichael 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 Carmichael Lake Dam?
Carmichael Lake Dam is owned by Oracle Fulton Land LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carmichael Lake Dam built?
Carmichael Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Carmichael Lake Dam?
Carmichael 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 Carmichael Lake Dam?
Carmichael Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Carmichael Lake Dam last inspected?
Carmichael Lake Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.