Scotts Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Scotts Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 295 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01980 |
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
Scott, H. L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scotts Lake Dam?
Scotts 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 Scotts Lake Dam?
Scotts Lake Dam is owned by Scott, H. L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scotts Lake Dam built?
Scotts Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Scotts Lake Dam?
Scotts 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 Scotts Lake Dam?
Scotts Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Scotts Lake Dam last inspected?
Scotts Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.