Chandlers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chandlers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,774 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA01198 |
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
Coweta County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chandlers Lake Dam?
Chandlers 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 Chandlers Lake Dam?
Chandlers Lake Dam is owned by Coweta County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chandlers Lake Dam?
Chandlers 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 Chandlers Lake Dam?
Chandlers Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Chandlers Lake Dam last inspected?
Chandlers Lake Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.