Lake Capistrano Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Capistrano Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA06138 |
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
Lake Capri Estates
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Capistrano Dam?
Lake Capistrano 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 Lake Capistrano Dam?
Lake Capistrano Dam is owned by Lake Capri Estates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Capistrano Dam?
Lake Capistrano 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 Lake Capistrano Dam?
Lake Capistrano Dam has a dam height of 17 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.