Nash Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nash Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 222 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01633 |
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
Nash, Robert L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nash Lake Dam?
Nash 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 Nash Lake Dam?
Nash Lake Dam is owned by Nash, Robert L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nash Lake Dam built?
Nash Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Nash Lake Dam?
Nash 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 Nash Lake Dam?
Nash Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Nash Lake Dam last inspected?
Nash Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.