Johnson Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Candler, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Johnson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage212 acre-ft
Normal Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area415 sq mi
NID IDGA04059

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: May 18, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Paul Johnson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnson Lake Dam?

Johnson 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 Johnson Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Johnson Lake Dam?

Johnson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Johnson Lake Dam?

Johnson Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Johnson Lake Dam last inspected?

Johnson Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2016. 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.