Swift Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Harris, Georgia· Built 1970· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Swift Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length510 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage177 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area415 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDGA01663

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: November 1, 2007
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Shelly, David W & Teresa L

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Swift Lake Dam?

Swift 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 Swift Lake Dam?

Swift Lake Dam is owned by Shelly, David W & Teresa L (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Swift Lake Dam built?

Swift Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Swift Lake Dam?

Swift 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 Swift Lake Dam?

Swift Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Swift Lake Dam last inspected?

Swift Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2007. 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.