Lake Clopine Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Clopine Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,215 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00289 |
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
S & S Family Properties, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Clopine Dam?
Lake Clopine 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 Clopine Dam?
Lake Clopine Dam is owned by S & S Family Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Clopine Dam built?
Lake Clopine Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Clopine Dam?
Lake Clopine 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 Clopine Dam?
Lake Clopine Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Clopine Dam last inspected?
Lake Clopine Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.