Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam

WHITEWATER CREEK· Crawford, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage111 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area4,520 sq mi
NID IDGA01235

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: August 27, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mikado Baptist Church

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam?

Kraftsmans Association 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 Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam?

Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam is owned by Mikado Baptist Church (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam?

Kraftsmans Association 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 Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam?

Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam last inspected?

Kraftsmans Association Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2015. 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.