Swift Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Swift Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 462 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02829 |
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
William, Jere and Howard Pound
Private
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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 William, Jere and Howard Pound (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 1940, making it 86 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 18 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.