Clearlake Court Dam
Key Takeaway
Clearlake Court Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 412 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01792 |
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
F. M. Land Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clearlake Court Dam?
Clearlake Court 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 Clearlake Court Dam?
Clearlake Court Dam is owned by F. M. Land Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clearlake Court Dam built?
Clearlake Court Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Clearlake Court Dam?
Clearlake Court 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 Clearlake Court Dam?
Clearlake Court Dam has a dam height of 17 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.