Chamblis Lake Dam

CHICKASAWHATCHEE CR· Terrell, Georgia· Earth· 10 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Chamblis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length705 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03648

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: August 11, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Smith, Jean Ann

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chamblis Lake Dam?

Chamblis 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 Chamblis Lake Dam?

Chamblis Lake Dam is owned by Smith, Jean Ann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Chamblis Lake Dam?

Chamblis Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Chamblis Lake Dam?

Chamblis Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Chamblis Lake Dam last inspected?

Chamblis Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2016. 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.