Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 503 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 345 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 810 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00322 |
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
Ferncrest, Inc.
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1?
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 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 Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1?
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 is owned by Ferncrest, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 built?
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1?
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 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 Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1?
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 33 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 Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Ferncrest Lake Dam No. 1 was last inspected on January 10, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.