Shawnee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shawnee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 511 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 217 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 630 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01145 |
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
Shawnee Lake Estates
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shawnee Lake Dam?
Shawnee 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 Shawnee Lake Dam?
Shawnee Lake Dam is owned by Shawnee Lake Estates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shawnee Lake Dam built?
Shawnee Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Shawnee Lake Dam?
Shawnee 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 Shawnee Lake Dam?
Shawnee Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Shawnee Lake Dam last inspected?
Shawnee Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.