Scott Lake Dam

West Fork Little River· Walker, Georgia· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Scott Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length312 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area450 sq mi
NID IDGA02302

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 28, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Red Canoe LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Scott Lake Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Lake Dam?

Scott Lake Dam is owned by Red Canoe LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Scott Lake Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Lake Dam?

Scott Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Lake Dam last inspected?

Scott Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.