Crawford Lake Dam

BENTON BRANCH· Columbia, Georgia· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Crawford Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length304 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02219

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: March 1, 1998
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Crawford, Joe

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crawford Lake Dam?

Crawford 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 Crawford Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Crawford Lake Dam?

Crawford Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crawford Lake Dam?

Crawford Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Crawford Lake Dam last inspected?

Crawford Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 1998. 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.