Cathey Creek Lake Dam

Cathey Creek· White, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Cathey Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06578

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 1, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sunset Valley Property Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cathey Creek Lake Dam?

Cathey Creek 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 Cathey Creek Lake Dam?

Cathey Creek Lake Dam is owned by Sunset Valley Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Cathey Creek Lake Dam?

Cathey Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Cathey Creek Lake Dam last inspected?

Cathey Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.