Charles Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01789 |
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
Davidson Mineral Properties
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Lake Dam?
Charles 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 Charles Lake Dam?
Charles Lake Dam is owned by Davidson Mineral Properties (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Lake Dam built?
Charles Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Charles Lake Dam?
Charles Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Lake Dam?
Charles Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Charles Lake Dam last inspected?
Charles Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.