Scout Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Scout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4,870 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00281 |
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
Boy Scouts of America, Atlanta Area Council
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scout Lake Dam?
Scout 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 Scout Lake Dam?
Scout Lake Dam is owned by Boy Scouts of America, Atlanta Area Council (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scout Lake Dam built?
Scout Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Scout Lake Dam?
Scout 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 Scout Lake Dam?
Scout Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.