Clover Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Clover Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 382 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 106 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01375 |
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
Peacock-Hamrick Family Limited Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clover Lake Dam?
Clover 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 Clover Lake Dam?
Clover Lake Dam is owned by Peacock-Hamrick Family Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clover Lake Dam built?
Clover Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Clover Lake Dam?
Clover 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 Clover Lake Dam?
Clover 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 Clover Lake Dam last inspected?
Clover Lake Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.