Crooked Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Crooked Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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 | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 358 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03927 |
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
DEKALB COUNTY ROADS & DRAINAGE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crooked Creek Lake Dam?
Crooked Creek 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 Crooked Creek Lake Dam?
Crooked Creek Lake Dam is owned by DEKALB COUNTY ROADS & DRAINAGE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crooked Creek Lake Dam built?
Crooked Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Crooked Creek Lake Dam?
Crooked Creek 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 Crooked Creek Lake Dam?
Crooked Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Crooked Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Crooked Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on January 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.