Dover Dam
Key Takeaway
Dover Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00597 |
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
Gwinnett County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dover Dam?
Dover 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 Dover Dam?
Dover Dam is owned by Gwinnett County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dover Dam built?
Dover Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Dover Dam?
Dover 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 Dover Dam?
Dover Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Dover Dam last inspected?
Dover Dam was last inspected on May 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.