Craver Lake Dam (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 138 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00684 |
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
Maudlin Creek LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Craver Lake Dam (Upper)?
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Craver Lake Dam (Upper)?
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) is owned by Maudlin Creek LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Craver Lake Dam (Upper) built?
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Craver Lake Dam (Upper)?
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Craver Lake Dam (Upper)?
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) has a dam height of 32 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 Craver Lake Dam (Upper) last inspected?
Craver Lake Dam (Upper) was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.