Lake Cleve Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Cleve Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 861 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01583 |
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
Cherry Creek Hills Property Owners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Cleve Dam?
Lake Cleve 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 Cleve Dam?
Lake Cleve Dam is owned by Cherry Creek Hills Property Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Cleve Dam built?
Lake Cleve Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Cleve Dam?
Lake Cleve 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 Cleve Dam?
Lake Cleve Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Cleve Dam last inspected?
Lake Cleve Dam was last inspected on April 16, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.