Smith Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Newton, Georgia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA)
Dam Length465 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area40 sq mi
NID IDGA05157

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: September 1, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Smith, U. T. Jr.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith Lake Dam?

Smith 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 Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is owned by Smith, U. T. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Smith Lake Dam?

Smith 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 Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Smith Lake Dam last inspected?

Smith Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2005. 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.