Fiveash Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Fiveash Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage297 acre-ft
Normal Storage185 acre-ft
Surface Area47 acres
Year Modified1936
NID IDGA04697

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 14, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Worth County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fiveash Lake Dam?

Fiveash 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 Fiveash Lake Dam?

Fiveash Lake Dam is owned by Worth County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fiveash Lake Dam?

Fiveash 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 Fiveash Lake Dam?

Fiveash Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Fiveash Lake Dam last inspected?

Fiveash Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.