Disharoon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Disharoon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,820 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02371 |
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
Big Canoe Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Disharoon Lake Dam?
Disharoon 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 Disharoon Lake Dam?
Disharoon Lake Dam is owned by Big Canoe Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Disharoon Lake Dam built?
Disharoon Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Disharoon Lake Dam?
Disharoon 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 Disharoon Lake Dam?
Disharoon Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Disharoon Lake Dam last inspected?
Disharoon Lake Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.