Lake Carroll Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Carroll Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 166 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4,792 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,663 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00105 |
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
City of Carrollton
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Carroll Dam?
Lake Carroll 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 Carroll Dam?
Lake Carroll Dam is owned by City of Carrollton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Carroll Dam built?
Lake Carroll Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Lake Carroll Dam?
Lake Carroll Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Carroll Dam?
Lake Carroll Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lake Carroll Dam last inspected?
Lake Carroll Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.