Clearwater Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clearwater Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 316 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01201 |
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
Coweta County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clearwater Lake Dam?
Clearwater 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 Clearwater Lake Dam?
Clearwater Lake Dam is owned by Coweta County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clearwater Lake Dam built?
Clearwater Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Clearwater Lake Dam?
Clearwater 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 Clearwater Lake Dam?
Clearwater Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Clearwater Lake Dam last inspected?
Clearwater Lake Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.