Lake Drena Dam

unknown· Fayette, Georgia· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Drena Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Modified2015
NID IDGA06245

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 18, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lake Drena Owners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Drena Dam?

Lake Drena 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 Drena Dam?

Lake Drena Dam is owned by Lake Drena Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Drena Dam?

Lake Drena 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 Drena Dam?

Lake Drena Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Drena Dam last inspected?

Lake Drena Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.