Chafin Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Twiggs, Georgia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Chafin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length515 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage153 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area225 sq mi
NID IDGA05048

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 1, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Bonnie Gail Chafin & Butch Merrill

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chafin Lake Dam?

Chafin 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 Chafin Lake Dam?

Chafin Lake Dam is owned by Bonnie Gail Chafin & Butch Merrill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Chafin Lake Dam?

Chafin 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 Chafin Lake Dam?

Chafin Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Chafin Lake Dam last inspected?

Chafin Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.