Carswell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carswell 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 | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03036 |
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
Unknown
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Carswell Lake Dam?
Carswell 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 Carswell Lake Dam?
Carswell Lake Dam is owned by Unknown (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carswell Lake Dam built?
Carswell 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 Carswell Lake Dam?
Carswell 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 Carswell Lake Dam?
Carswell Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Carswell Lake Dam last inspected?
Carswell Lake Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.