Tightsqueeze Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tightsqueeze Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 839 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 571 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 453 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 657 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00792 |
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
Chattooga LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tightsqueeze Lake Dam?
Tightsqueeze 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 Tightsqueeze Lake Dam?
Tightsqueeze Lake Dam is owned by Chattooga LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tightsqueeze Lake Dam built?
Tightsqueeze Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Tightsqueeze Lake Dam?
Tightsqueeze 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 Tightsqueeze Lake Dam?
Tightsqueeze Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Tightsqueeze Lake Dam last inspected?
Tightsqueeze Lake Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.