Swygert Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Swygert Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 684 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 590 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02914 |
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
TIMBERVEST PARTNERS II GEORGIA LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swygert Lake Dam?
Swygert 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 Swygert Lake Dam?
Swygert Lake Dam is owned by TIMBERVEST PARTNERS II GEORGIA LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swygert Lake Dam built?
Swygert 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 Swygert Lake Dam?
Swygert Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Swygert Lake Dam?
Swygert Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Swygert Lake Dam last inspected?
Swygert Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.