John Cruce Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
John Cruce Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 393 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 736 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05828 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Cruce,John M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Cruce Lake Dam?
John Cruce 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 John Cruce Lake Dam?
John Cruce Lake Dam is owned by Cruce,John M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Cruce Lake Dam built?
John Cruce Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is John Cruce Lake Dam?
John Cruce Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 John Cruce Lake Dam last inspected?
John Cruce Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.