Cleggs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cleggs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 896 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03282 |
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
Cleggs, J. L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cleggs Lake Dam?
Cleggs 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 Cleggs Lake Dam?
Cleggs Lake Dam is owned by Cleggs, J. L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cleggs Lake Dam built?
Cleggs Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Cleggs Lake Dam?
Cleggs 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 Cleggs Lake Dam?
Cleggs Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Cleggs Lake Dam last inspected?
Cleggs Lake Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.