Flyblow Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Flyblow Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 92.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 559 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 438 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 899 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02524 |
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
Ansbury Park HOA, Inc. Willis, Bernard and Charita
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Flyblow Creek Lake Dam?
Flyblow Creek 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 Flyblow Creek Lake Dam?
Flyblow Creek Lake Dam is owned by Ansbury Park HOA, Inc. Willis, Bernard and Charita (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flyblow Creek Lake Dam built?
Flyblow Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Flyblow Creek Lake Dam?
Flyblow Creek 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 Flyblow Creek Lake Dam?
Flyblow Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Flyblow Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Flyblow Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.