Travis Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Fayette, Georgia· Built 1964· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Travis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area230 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDGA04328

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: July 24, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Michael D. Travis

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Travis Lake Dam?

Travis 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 Travis Lake Dam?

Travis Lake Dam is owned by Michael D. Travis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Travis Lake Dam built?

Travis Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Travis Lake Dam?

Travis 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 Travis Lake Dam?

Travis 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.

When was Travis Lake Dam last inspected?

Travis Lake Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2015. 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.