Clyde Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Carroll, Georgia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clyde Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA)
Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage233 acre-ft
Normal Storage210 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge233 cfs
NID IDGA00102

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 29, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lake Clyde, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clyde Lake Dam?

Clyde 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 Clyde Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Clyde Lake Dam?

Clyde 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 Clyde Lake Dam?

Clyde Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Clyde Lake Dam last inspected?

Clyde Lake Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. 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.