Chitwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chitwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00608 |
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
Chitwood, William B. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chitwood Lake Dam?
Chitwood 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 Chitwood Lake Dam?
Chitwood Lake Dam is owned by Chitwood, William B. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chitwood Lake Dam built?
Chitwood Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Chitwood Lake Dam?
Chitwood Lake Dam 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 Chitwood Lake Dam?
Chitwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Chitwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Chitwood Lake Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.