Fausett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fausett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 576 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5,352 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1950 |
| NID ID | GA00136 |
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
Carter, Venetta Georgia Dept. of Transportation
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fausett Lake Dam?
Fausett 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 Fausett Lake Dam?
Fausett Lake Dam is owned by Carter, Venetta Georgia Dept. of Transportation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fausett Lake Dam built?
Fausett Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Fausett Lake Dam?
Fausett 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 Fausett Lake Dam?
Fausett Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Fausett Lake Dam last inspected?
Fausett Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.