Lake Charles Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Charles Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 225 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01914 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Pamela Wolfson Philip Gentry Krueger, Donna
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Charles Dam?
Lake Charles Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Charles Dam?
Lake Charles Dam is owned by Pamela Wolfson Philip Gentry Krueger, Donna (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Charles Dam built?
Lake Charles Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Charles Dam?
Lake Charles 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 Charles Dam?
Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles Dam last inspected?
Lake Charles Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.