Fairfield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fairfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 195 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01873 |
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
Hudgins, Gerald
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield 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 Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield Lake Dam is owned by Hudgins, Gerald (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairfield Lake Dam built?
Fairfield Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield 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 Fairfield Lake Dam?
Fairfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.