Clements Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clements Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04132 |
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
CDK GA Farm LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clements Lake Dam?
Clements 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 Clements Lake Dam?
Clements Lake Dam is owned by CDK GA Farm LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clements Lake Dam built?
Clements Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Clements Lake Dam?
Clements 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 Clements Lake Dam?
Clements Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Clements Lake Dam last inspected?
Clements Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.