Hattaway Lake Dam

Name unknown· Clay, Georgia· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hattaway Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Length195 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area84 sq mi
NID IDGA02949

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 20, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hattaway Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hattaway Lake Dam?

Hattaway 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 Hattaway Lake Dam?

Hattaway Lake Dam is owned by Hattaway Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hattaway Lake Dam?

Hattaway Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, 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 Hattaway Lake Dam?

Hattaway Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Hattaway Lake Dam last inspected?

Hattaway Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2019. 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.