Chambers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chambers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 398 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| NID ID | GA04153 |
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
Hunt, W.D. III
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chambers Lake Dam?
Chambers 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 Chambers Lake Dam?
Chambers Lake Dam is owned by Hunt, W.D. III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chambers Lake Dam?
Chambers 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 Chambers Lake Dam?
Chambers 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 Chambers Lake Dam last inspected?
Chambers Lake Dam was last inspected on February 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.