Clear Lake Dam

UNNAMED· White, Georgia· Earth· 44 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clear Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 44 ft (taller than 93.9% in GA)
Dam Length251 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage135 acre-ft
Normal Storage128 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area74 sq mi
NID IDGA00512

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 6, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Woodlands Camp and Conference Center

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clear Lake Dam?

Clear Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Clear Lake Dam?

Clear Lake Dam is owned by Woodlands Camp and Conference Center (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clear Lake Dam?

Clear 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 Clear Lake Dam?

Clear Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Clear Lake Dam last inspected?

Clear Lake Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.