Shiver Lake Dam

Laurens, Georgia· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Shiver Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 91.5% in GA)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage800 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06250

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: November 1, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Shiver, Glenn

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shiver Lake Dam?

Shiver 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 Shiver Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Shiver Lake Dam?

Shiver Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Shiver Lake Dam?

Shiver Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Shiver Lake Dam last inspected?

Shiver Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2014. 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.