Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 55 ft (taller than 97.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 3,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01311 |
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 Watershed Management
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1?
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 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 Dam #1?
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 is owned by Dekalb County Watershed Management (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 built?
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1?
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1?
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 has a dam height of 55 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 Dam #1 last inspected?
Scott Candler Reservoir Dam #1 was last inspected on February 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.