Lake Chantileer Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Chantileer Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,026 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA07961 |
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
Canterbury Forest Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Chantileer Dam?
Lake Chantileer 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 Chantileer Dam?
Lake Chantileer Dam is owned by Canterbury Forest Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Chantileer Dam?
Lake Chantileer 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 Chantileer Dam?
Lake Chantileer Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Chantileer Dam last inspected?
Lake Chantileer Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.