Caron Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Caron Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 512 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 176 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04298 |
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
ACCUFAB INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Caron Lake Dam?
Caron 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 Caron Lake Dam?
Caron Lake Dam is owned by ACCUFAB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caron Lake Dam built?
Caron Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Caron Lake Dam?
Caron 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 Caron Lake Dam?
Caron Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Caron Lake Dam last inspected?
Caron Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.