Pfau Lake Dam No. 2

Mossy Creek· White, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Pfau Lake Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06574

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 1, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Belflower, Buddy Barrett, David Wooten, Sidney Iii Barrett, David & Eilene

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pfau Lake Dam No. 2?

Pfau Lake Dam No. 2 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 Pfau Lake Dam No. 2?

Pfau Lake Dam No. 2 is owned by Belflower, Buddy Barrett, David Wooten, Sidney Iii Barrett, David & Eilene (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Pfau Lake Dam No. 2?

Pfau Lake Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Pfau Lake Dam No. 2 last inspected?

Pfau Lake Dam No. 2 was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.