Cawthon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cawthon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,069 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05840 |
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
Cawthon, Harold
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cawthon Lake Dam?
Cawthon 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 Cawthon Lake Dam?
Cawthon Lake Dam is owned by Cawthon, Harold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cawthon Lake Dam built?
Cawthon Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Cawthon Lake Dam?
Cawthon Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Cawthon Lake Dam last inspected?
Cawthon Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.