Carrington Woods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carrington Woods Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 458 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00293 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Milledgeville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Carrington Woods Lake Dam?
Carrington Woods Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Carrington Woods Lake Dam?
Carrington Woods Lake Dam is owned by City of Milledgeville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carrington Woods Lake Dam built?
Carrington Woods Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Carrington Woods Lake Dam?
Carrington Woods 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 Carrington Woods Lake Dam?
Carrington Woods Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Carrington Woods Lake Dam last inspected?
Carrington Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.