Faircloth Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Faircloth Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06446 |
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
Rollin Pines LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth 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 Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth Lake Dam is owned by Rollin Pines LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth 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 Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Faircloth Lake Dam last inspected?
Faircloth Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.