Cheek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cheek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03662 |
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
Greenwood/Arcadia
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cheek Lake Dam?
Cheek 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 Cheek Lake Dam?
Cheek Lake Dam is owned by Greenwood/Arcadia (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cheek Lake Dam built?
Cheek Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Cheek Lake Dam?
Cheek 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 Cheek Lake Dam?
Cheek Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Cheek Lake Dam last inspected?
Cheek Lake Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.