Mays Swiss Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mays Swiss Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 258 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 280 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00517 |
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
Mays, Harry P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mays Swiss Lake Dam?
Mays Swiss 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 Mays Swiss Lake Dam?
Mays Swiss Lake Dam is owned by Mays, Harry P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mays Swiss Lake Dam built?
Mays Swiss Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Mays Swiss Lake Dam?
Mays Swiss 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 Mays Swiss Lake Dam?
Mays Swiss Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Mays Swiss Lake Dam last inspected?
Mays Swiss Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.