Dayton West Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dayton West Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 774 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02460 |
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
Dayton, Dawn P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dayton West Lake Dam?
Dayton West 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 Dayton West Lake Dam?
Dayton West Lake Dam is owned by Dayton, Dawn P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dayton West Lake Dam built?
Dayton West Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Dayton West Lake Dam?
Dayton West 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 Dayton West Lake Dam?
Dayton West Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Dayton West Lake Dam last inspected?
Dayton West Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.