Concharty Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Concharty Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 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 | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 762 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 125 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01656 |
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
GIRL SCOUTS OF HISTORIC GEORGIA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Concharty Lake Dam?
Concharty 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 Concharty Lake Dam?
Concharty Lake Dam is owned by GIRL SCOUTS OF HISTORIC GEORGIA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Concharty Lake Dam built?
Concharty Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Concharty Lake Dam?
Concharty 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 Concharty Lake Dam?
Concharty Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Concharty Lake Dam last inspected?
Concharty Lake Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.