Curtis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Curtis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | GA04087 |
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
Crowe, John
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Curtis Lake Dam?
Curtis 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 Curtis Lake Dam?
Curtis Lake Dam is owned by Crowe, John (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Curtis Lake Dam?
Curtis 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 Curtis Lake Dam?
Curtis Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Curtis Lake Dam last inspected?
Curtis Lake Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.