Crown Mill Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Whitfield, Georgia· Built 1961· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Crown Mill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage377 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDGA00720

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: January 31, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Development Authority of Whitfield County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crown Mill Lake Dam?

Crown Mill 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 Crown Mill Lake Dam?

Crown Mill Lake Dam is owned by Development Authority of Whitfield County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crown Mill Lake Dam built?

Crown Mill Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Crown Mill Lake Dam?

Crown Mill 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 Crown Mill Lake Dam?

Crown Mill Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Crown Mill Lake Dam last inspected?

Crown Mill Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2018. 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.