Sawmill Branch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sawmill Branch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA08032 |
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
Sporting Club at Chartwell Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sawmill Branch Lake Dam?
Sawmill Branch 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 Sawmill Branch Lake Dam?
Sawmill Branch Lake Dam is owned by Sporting Club at Chartwell Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sawmill Branch Lake Dam?
Sawmill Branch 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 Sawmill Branch Lake Dam?
Sawmill Branch Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Sawmill Branch Lake Dam last inspected?
Sawmill Branch Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.