Dawson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dawson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00218 |
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
Rodney Dawson, Gary Dawson, Kathy Sue Dawson, & Kay S. Dawson (Executors)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dawson Lake Dam?
Dawson 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 Dawson Lake Dam?
Dawson Lake Dam is owned by Rodney Dawson, Gary Dawson, Kathy Sue Dawson, & Kay S. Dawson (Executors) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dawson Lake Dam built?
Dawson Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Dawson Lake Dam?
Dawson 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 Dawson Lake Dam?
Dawson Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Dawson Lake Dam last inspected?
Dawson Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.