Lake Seaborn Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Seaborn Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 645 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04207 |
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
Wanda Rogers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Seaborn Dam?
Lake Seaborn 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 Seaborn Dam?
Lake Seaborn Dam is owned by Wanda Rogers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Seaborn Dam built?
Lake Seaborn Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Seaborn Dam?
Lake Seaborn 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 Seaborn Dam?
Lake Seaborn Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Seaborn Dam last inspected?
Lake Seaborn Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.