Hagler Lake Dam

MT ZION BRANCH· Burke, Georgia· Built 1971· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hagler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDGA00902

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: June 5, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hagler, William Schwigart

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hagler Lake Dam?

Hagler 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 Hagler Lake Dam?

Hagler Lake Dam is owned by Hagler, William Schwigart (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hagler Lake Dam built?

Hagler Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Hagler Lake Dam?

Hagler 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 Hagler Lake Dam?

Hagler Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Hagler Lake Dam last inspected?

Hagler Lake Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2014. 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.