Crowe Lake Dam No. 3
Key Takeaway
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 702 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 145 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00582 |
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
The Lakes of Old Peachtree Hoa
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crowe Lake Dam No. 3?
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 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 Crowe Lake Dam No. 3?
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 is owned by The Lakes of Old Peachtree Hoa (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 built?
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 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 Crowe Lake Dam No. 3?
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 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 Crowe Lake Dam No. 3?
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 has a dam height of 30 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 Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 last inspected?
Crowe Lake Dam No. 3 was last inspected on February 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.