Kelly Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kelly Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 378 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02993 |
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
Davis, Cheryl
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly 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 Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly Lake Dam is owned by Davis, Cheryl (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kelly Lake Dam built?
Kelly Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly 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 Kelly Lake Dam?
Kelly Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Kelly Lake Dam last inspected?
Kelly Lake Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.