Hair Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Chattooga, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hair Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length708 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area911 sq mi
NID IDGA00789

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: February 6, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Jarrett, Ryan

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hair Lake Dam?

Hair 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 Hair Lake Dam?

Hair Lake Dam is owned by Jarrett, Ryan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hair Lake Dam?

Hair Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hair Lake Dam?

Hair Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Hair Lake Dam last inspected?

Hair Lake Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2018. 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.