Spivey Station Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spivey Station Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 430 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | GA01783 |
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
Clayton County Water Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spivey Station Lake Dam?
Spivey Station 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 Station Lake Dam?
Spivey Station Lake Dam is owned by Clayton County Water Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spivey Station Lake Dam built?
Spivey Station Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Station Lake Dam?
Spivey Station Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Spivey Station Lake Dam?
Spivey Station Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Station Lake Dam last inspected?
Spivey Station Lake Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.