K. H. Callaway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
K. H. Callaway Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | GA05570 |
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
Callaway, Kenneth H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of K. H. Callaway Lake Dam?
K. H. Callaway 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 K. H. Callaway Lake Dam?
K. H. Callaway Lake Dam is owned by Callaway, Kenneth H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of K. H. Callaway Lake Dam?
K. H. Callaway 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 K. H. Callaway Lake Dam?
K. H. Callaway Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 K. H. Callaway Lake Dam last inspected?
K. H. Callaway Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.