Corley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Corley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 374 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00018 |
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
Corley, Paul Franklin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Corley Lake Dam?
Corley 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 Corley Lake Dam?
Corley Lake Dam is owned by Corley, Paul Franklin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Corley Lake Dam built?
Corley Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Corley Lake Dam?
Corley 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 Corley Lake Dam?
Corley Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Corley Lake Dam last inspected?
Corley Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.