Shaheen Lake Dam

unknown· Whitfield, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall

Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height	17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length	369 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	123 acre-ft
Normal Storage	55 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
NID ID	GA00051

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: January 31, 2018

State Regulated: No

Ownership

Shaheen, John & Angela

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shaheen Lake Dam?

Shaheen 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 Shaheen Lake Dam?

Shaheen Lake Dam is owned by Shaheen, John & Angela (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shaheen Lake Dam?

Shaheen 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 Shaheen Lake Dam?

Shaheen Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Shaheen Lake Dam last inspected?

Shaheen Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 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.