Mathews Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mathews Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 0.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| NID ID | GA04120 |
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
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas George
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mathews Lake Dam?
Mathews 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 Mathews Lake Dam?
Mathews Lake Dam is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Douglas George (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mathews Lake Dam?
Mathews 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 Mathews Lake Dam?
Mathews Lake Dam has a dam height of 6 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.