Lake Chase Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Chase Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01772 |
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 Chase Homeowners Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Chase Dam?
Lake Chase 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 Chase Dam?
Lake Chase Dam is owned by Lake Chase Homeowners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Chase Dam built?
Lake Chase Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Chase Dam?
Lake Chase 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 Chase Dam?
Lake Chase Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Chase Dam last inspected?
Lake Chase Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.