Lawson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lawson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 790 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00217 |
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
Hugh & Barbara Lawson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lawson Lake Dam?
Lawson Lake 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 Lawson Lake Dam?
Lawson Lake Dam is owned by Hugh & Barbara Lawson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lawson Lake Dam built?
Lawson Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Lawson Lake Dam?
Lawson Lake 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 Lawson Lake Dam?
Lawson Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lawson Lake Dam last inspected?
Lawson Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.