Crown Mill Lake Dam
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 Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 377 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00720 |
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
Development Authority of Whitfield County
Local Government
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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.