Treadwell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Treadwell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 265 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01869 |
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
Island Shoals Land Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Treadwell Lake Dam?
Treadwell 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 Treadwell Lake Dam?
Treadwell Lake Dam is owned by Island Shoals Land Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Treadwell Lake Dam built?
Treadwell Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Treadwell Lake Dam?
Treadwell 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 Treadwell Lake Dam?
Treadwell Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Treadwell Lake Dam last inspected?
Treadwell Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.