Oetter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Oetter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,160 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02931 |
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
Oetter, George C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oetter Lake Dam?
Oetter 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 Oetter Lake Dam?
Oetter Lake Dam is owned by Oetter, George C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oetter Lake Dam built?
Oetter Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Oetter Lake Dam?
Oetter 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 Oetter Lake Dam?
Oetter Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Oetter Lake Dam last inspected?
Oetter Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.