Lower Pfau Lake Dam

Mossy Creek· White, Georgia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lower Pfau Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length245 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06576

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 1, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Autry, Hoyt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Pfau Lake Dam?

Lower Pfau 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 Lower Pfau Lake Dam?

Lower Pfau Lake Dam is owned by Autry, Hoyt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Lower Pfau Lake Dam?

Lower Pfau Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Pfau Lake Dam last inspected?

Lower Pfau Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.