Shellhouse Lake Dam

BEAR BRANCH· Randolph, Georgia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length642 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage296 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03568

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: July 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Clayton R. Shellhouse

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shellhouse Lake Dam?

Shellhouse 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 Shellhouse Lake Dam?

Shellhouse Lake Dam is owned by Clayton R. Shellhouse (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shellhouse Lake Dam?

Shellhouse 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 Shellhouse Lake Dam?

Shellhouse Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Shellhouse Lake Dam last inspected?

Shellhouse Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. 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.