Pye Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pye Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 615 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01356 |
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
City of Fayetteville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pye Lake Dam?
Pye 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 Pye Lake Dam?
Pye Lake Dam is owned by City of Fayetteville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pye Lake Dam built?
Pye 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 Pye Lake Dam?
Pye 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 Pye Lake Dam?
Pye Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Pye Lake Dam last inspected?
Pye Lake Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.