Maxwell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Maxwell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00447 |
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
Tom Maxwell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maxwell Lake Dam?
Maxwell 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 Maxwell Lake Dam?
Maxwell Lake Dam is owned by Tom Maxwell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maxwell Lake Dam built?
Maxwell Lake Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Maxwell Lake Dam?
Maxwell Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.