Evans Lake Dam

UNNAMED· Clayton, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Evans Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA07150

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 19, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

EVANS, JEFFERSON MARTIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Evans Lake Dam?

Evans Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Evans Lake Dam?

Evans Lake Dam is owned by EVANS, JEFFERSON MARTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Evans Lake Dam?

Evans 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 Evans Lake Dam?

Evans Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Evans Lake Dam last inspected?

Evans Lake Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.