Shaw Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shaw Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 455 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03319 |
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
Shaw, Katherine Ms.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shaw Lake Dam?
Shaw 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 Shaw Lake Dam?
Shaw Lake Dam is owned by Shaw, Katherine Ms. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shaw Lake Dam built?
Shaw Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Shaw Lake Dam?
Shaw 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 Shaw Lake Dam?
Shaw Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Shaw Lake Dam last inspected?
Shaw Lake Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.