Shivers Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Shivers Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 250 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00372 |
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
Williams, Art
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shivers Dam 2?
Shivers Dam 2 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 Shivers Dam 2?
Shivers Dam 2 is owned by Williams, Art (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shivers Dam 2 built?
Shivers Dam 2 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Shivers Dam 2?
Shivers Dam 2 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 Shivers Dam 2?
Shivers Dam 2 has a dam height of 27 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 Shivers Dam 2 last inspected?
Shivers Dam 2 was last inspected on June 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.