Daughtry Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 530 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03325 |
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
Daughtry, Carl J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daughtry Lake Dam #2?
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 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 Daughtry Lake Dam #2?
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 is owned by Daughtry, Carl J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daughtry Lake Dam #2 built?
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Daughtry Lake Dam #2?
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 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 Daughtry Lake Dam #2?
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 10 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 Daughtry Lake Dam #2 last inspected?
Daughtry Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on May 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.