Chiles Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chiles Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03627 |
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
Chiles, A. H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chiles Lake Dam?
Chiles 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 Chiles Lake Dam?
Chiles Lake Dam is owned by Chiles, A. H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chiles Lake Dam built?
Chiles Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Chiles Lake Dam?
Chiles 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 Chiles Lake Dam?
Chiles Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.