Cedar Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Hill Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 542 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00813 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brown Family Holdings, LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Hill Lake Dam?
Cedar Hill Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cedar Hill Lake Dam?
Cedar Hill Lake Dam is owned by Brown Family Holdings, LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Hill Lake Dam built?
Cedar Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Cedar Hill Lake Dam?
Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill Lake Dam?
Cedar Hill 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 Cedar Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Cedar Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.