Clotfelter Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Gilmer, Georgia· Earth· 31 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clotfelter 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	31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA)
Dam Length	318 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	25 acre-ft
Normal Storage	16 acre-ft

Surface Area	1 acres
Drainage Area	90 sq mi
NID ID	GA02342

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: March 2, 2016

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Clotfelter, Mike

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clotfelter Lake Dam?

Clotfelter 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 Clotfelter Lake Dam?

Clotfelter Lake Dam is owned by Clotfelter, Mike (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Clotfelter Lake Dam?

Clotfelter 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 Clotfelter Lake Dam?

Clotfelter Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Clotfelter Lake Dam last inspected?

Clotfelter Lake Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2016. 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.