Carter Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Carter Lake Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05198 |
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
Carter, B. M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter Lake Dam #2?
Carter Lake Dam #2 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 Carter Lake Dam #2?
Carter Lake Dam #2 is owned by Carter, B. M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter Lake Dam #2 built?
Carter Lake Dam #2 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Carter Lake Dam #2?
Carter Lake Dam #2 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 Carter Lake Dam #2?
Carter Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 29 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 Carter Lake Dam #2 last inspected?
Carter Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.