Threadmill Lake Dam

TAR CREEK· Whitfield, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Threadmill Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length666 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1,069 sq mi
NID IDGA03743

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lake Shores, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Threadmill Lake Dam?

Threadmill Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Threadmill Lake Dam?

Threadmill Lake Dam is owned by Lake Shores, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Threadmill Lake Dam?

Threadmill 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 Threadmill Lake Dam?

Threadmill 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.

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.