Prescott Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Prescott Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02637 |
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
Prescott, Lamar
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prescott Lake Dam?
Prescott 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 Prescott Lake Dam?
Prescott Lake Dam is owned by Prescott, Lamar (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prescott Lake Dam built?
Prescott Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Prescott Lake Dam?
Prescott 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 Prescott Lake Dam?
Prescott Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Prescott Lake Dam last inspected?
Prescott Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.