Paces Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Paces Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 358 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01469 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Paces Lake Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paces Lake Dam?
Paces Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Paces Lake Dam?
Paces Lake Dam is owned by Paces Lake Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paces Lake Dam built?
Paces Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Paces Lake Dam?
Paces 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 Paces Lake Dam?
Paces Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Paces Lake Dam last inspected?
Paces Lake Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.