Swan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Swan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 795 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04306 |
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
Pinewood Properties of Georgia LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swan Lake Dam?
Swan 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 Swan Lake Dam?
Swan Lake Dam is owned by Pinewood Properties of Georgia LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swan Lake Dam built?
Swan Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Swan Lake Dam?
Swan 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 Swan Lake Dam?
Swan Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Swan Lake Dam last inspected?
Swan Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.