Cathey Creek Lake Dam
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 Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06578 |
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
Sunset Valley Property Owners Association
Private
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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.