Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 92.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | GA04488 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nesbit Lake Homeowners Association Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam?
Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam?
Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam is owned by Nesbit Lake Homeowners Association Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam built?
Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam?
Lower Nesbit Ferry 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 Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam?
Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Nesbit Ferry Lake Dam was last inspected on February 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.