Pettit Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pettit Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01758 |
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
Pettit, W. D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pettit Lake Dam?
Pettit 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 Pettit Lake Dam?
Pettit Lake Dam is owned by Pettit, W. D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pettit Lake Dam built?
Pettit Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Pettit Lake Dam?
Pettit 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 Pettit Lake Dam?
Pettit Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Pettit Lake Dam last inspected?
Pettit Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.