Chimney Lake Dam Upper
Key Takeaway
Chimney Lake Dam Upper is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02423 |
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
Chimney Lakes Homeowners Association;Cobb County
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chimney Lake Dam Upper?
Chimney Lake Dam Upper 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 Chimney Lake Dam Upper?
Chimney Lake Dam Upper is owned by Chimney Lakes Homeowners Association;Cobb County (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chimney Lake Dam Upper built?
Chimney Lake Dam Upper was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Chimney Lake Dam Upper?
Chimney Lake Dam Upper 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 Chimney Lake Dam Upper?
Chimney Lake Dam Upper has a dam height of 37 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 Chimney Lake Dam Upper last inspected?
Chimney Lake Dam Upper was last inspected on September 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.