Lawson Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Lawson Lake Dam West is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,750 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 161 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03515 |
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
Lawson, Howard;Sara F. Elliott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lawson Lake Dam West?
Lawson Lake Dam West 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 West?
Lawson Lake Dam West is owned by Lawson, Howard;Sara F. Elliott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lawson Lake Dam West built?
Lawson Lake Dam West was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 West?
Lawson Lake Dam West serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lawson Lake Dam West?
Lawson Lake Dam West has a dam height of 15 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 West last inspected?
Lawson Lake Dam West was last inspected on January 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.