Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | GA05559 |
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
Fulton County
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West?
Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West 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 Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West?
Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West is owned by Fulton County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West?
Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West 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 Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West?
Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West has a dam height of 25 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 Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West last inspected?
Chattahoochee Nature Center Lake Dam West was last inspected on June 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.