Hatchett Dam

UNKNOWN· Laurens, Georgia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage178 acre-ft
Normal Storage124 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
NID IDGA04788

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: November 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hatchett, Thomas L.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hatchett Dam?

Hatchett 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 Hatchett Dam?

Hatchett Dam is owned by Hatchett, Thomas L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hatchett Dam?

Hatchett 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 Hatchett Dam?

Hatchett Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Hatchett Dam last inspected?

Hatchett Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. 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.