Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,365 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01347 |
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
City of Fayetteville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam?
Fayetteville City Reservoir 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 Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam?
Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Fayetteville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam built?
Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam?
Fayetteville City Reservoir 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 Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam?
Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Fayetteville City Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.