Carr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 945 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02540 |
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
Brown, Carol Carr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carr Lake Dam?
Carr 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 Carr Lake Dam?
Carr Lake Dam is owned by Brown, Carol Carr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carr Lake Dam built?
Carr Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Carr Lake Dam?
Carr 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 Carr Lake Dam?
Carr Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Carr Lake Dam last inspected?
Carr Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.