High Meadows Lake Dam

Habersham, Georgia· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

High Meadows Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length400 ft
Max Storage237 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA00528

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: August 1, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Tony Crane

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of High Meadows Lake Dam?

High Meadows 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 High Meadows Lake Dam?

High Meadows Lake Dam is owned by Tony Crane (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is High Meadows Lake Dam?

High Meadows Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 High Meadows Lake Dam last inspected?

High Meadows Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. 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.