New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam
Key Takeaway
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam is classified as significant hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 11.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7,508 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01703 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Savannah District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam?
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam?
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam is owned by USACE - Savannah District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam built?
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam?
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam?
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam has a dam height of 16 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 New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam last inspected?
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.