Lake Peachtree Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Peachtree Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 311 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01337 |
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
Fayette County Water System
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Peachtree Dam?
Lake Peachtree 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 Peachtree Dam?
Lake Peachtree Dam is owned by Fayette County Water System (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Peachtree Dam built?
Lake Peachtree Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Peachtree Dam?
Lake Peachtree Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Peachtree Dam?
Lake Peachtree Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Peachtree Dam last inspected?
Lake Peachtree Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.