Strickland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Strickland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 348 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 651 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01210 |
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
Coweta County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Strickland Lake Dam?
Strickland 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 Strickland Lake Dam?
Strickland Lake Dam is owned by Coweta County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strickland Lake Dam built?
Strickland Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Strickland Lake Dam?
Strickland 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 Strickland Lake Dam?
Strickland Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Strickland Lake Dam last inspected?
Strickland Lake Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.