John Schofill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
John Schofill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 85 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00290 |
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
Blue Heron Lake Nature Conservancy, Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Schofill Lake Dam?
John Schofill 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 Schofill Lake Dam?
John Schofill Lake Dam is owned by Blue Heron Lake Nature Conservancy, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Schofill Lake Dam built?
John Schofill Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of John Schofill Lake Dam?
John Schofill Lake 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 John Schofill Lake Dam?
John Schofill Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.