Dailey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dailey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 340 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01571 |
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
Dailey, Stella
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dailey Lake Dam?
Dailey 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 Dailey Lake Dam?
Dailey Lake Dam is owned by Dailey, Stella (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dailey Lake Dam built?
Dailey Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Dailey Lake Dam?
Dailey 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 Dailey Lake Dam?
Dailey 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 Dailey Lake Dam last inspected?
Dailey Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.