Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. 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 | 85 ft (taller than 99.2% in GA) |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| NID ID | GA00063 |
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
DeKalb County Public Works Department
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam?
Scott Candler Reservoir #3 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 Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam?
Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam is owned by DeKalb County Public Works Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam?
Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam has a dam height of 85 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 Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam last inspected?
Scott Candler Reservoir #3 Dam was last inspected on February 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.