Chappell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chappell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,100 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03387 |
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
Jimmy Chappell, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chappell Lake Dam?
Chappell 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 Chappell Lake Dam?
Chappell Lake Dam is owned by Jimmy Chappell, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chappell Lake Dam built?
Chappell Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Chappell Lake Dam?
Chappell 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 Chappell Lake Dam?
Chappell Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Chappell Lake Dam last inspected?
Chappell Lake Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.