Spivey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spivey Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 95.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 465 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04533 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Spivey Civic Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spivey Lake Dam?
Spivey Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Spivey Lake Dam?
Spivey Lake Dam is owned by Lake Spivey Civic Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spivey Lake Dam built?
Spivey 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 Spivey Lake Dam?
Spivey 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 Spivey Lake Dam?
Spivey Lake Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Spivey Lake Dam last inspected?
Spivey Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.