Cauley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cauley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 750 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02593 |
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
Cauley, B. J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cauley Lake Dam?
Cauley 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 Cauley Lake Dam?
Cauley Lake Dam is owned by Cauley, B. J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cauley Lake Dam built?
Cauley Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Cauley Lake Dam?
Cauley 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 Cauley Lake Dam?
Cauley Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.