Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower)
Key Takeaway
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 143 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02631 |
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
Thomaston Road Properties, Inc.
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower)?
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) 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 Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower)?
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) is owned by Thomaston Road Properties, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) built?
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower)?
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) 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 Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower)?
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) 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 Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) last inspected?
Clay Lake Dam # 1 (Lower) was last inspected on June 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.