Cawley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cawley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02199 |
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
Chris J. & Janet G. Cawley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cawley Lake Dam?
Cawley 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 Cawley Lake Dam?
Cawley Lake Dam is owned by Chris J. & Janet G. Cawley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cawley Lake Dam built?
Cawley Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Cawley Lake Dam?
Cawley 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 Cawley Lake Dam?
Cawley Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Cawley Lake Dam last inspected?
Cawley Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.