Conasauga Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Conasauga Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,156 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02065 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
City of Rome
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Camps Lake Dam
Floyd, GA
Low Hazard 19 ftVictory Lake Dam
Floyd, GA
Unknown 10 ftBerry College Reservoir Dam
Floyd, GA
High Hazard 74 ftStonebridge Lake Dam
Floyd, GA
High Hazard 23 ftMartens Lake Dam
Floyd, GA
Low Hazard 25 ftRocky Mtn Ps Lower Main Dam
Floyd, GA
High Hazard 80 ftRocky Mtn Ps Upper Dam and Fused Overpump Spillway
Floyd, GA
High Hazard 90 ftMountain End Lake Dam
Floyd, GA
Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Conasauga Lake Dam?
Conasauga 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 Conasauga Lake Dam?
Conasauga Lake Dam is owned by City of Rome (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Conasauga Lake Dam built?
Conasauga Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Conasauga Lake Dam?
Conasauga 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 Conasauga Lake Dam?
Conasauga 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 Conasauga Lake Dam last inspected?
Conasauga Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.