Lake Dewitt Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Dewitt Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 424 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00465 |
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
Rosemary LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Dewitt Dam?
Lake Dewitt 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 Dewitt Dam?
Lake Dewitt Dam is owned by Rosemary LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Dewitt Dam built?
Lake Dewitt Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Dewitt Dam?
Lake Dewitt 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 Dewitt Dam?
Lake Dewitt Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Dewitt Dam last inspected?
Lake Dewitt Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.