Savage Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Savage Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 305 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04629 |
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
Savage, H. D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Savage Lake Dam?
Savage 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 Savage Lake Dam?
Savage Lake Dam is owned by Savage, H. D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Savage Lake Dam built?
Savage Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Savage Lake Dam?
Savage 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 Savage Lake Dam?
Savage Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.