Upper Casey Lake Dam

MANNING CREEK· Bartow, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Upper Casey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area209 sq mi
NID IDGA02507

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 1, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CHAST LLLP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Casey Lake Dam?

Upper Casey 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 Upper Casey Lake Dam?

Upper Casey Lake Dam is owned by CHAST LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Upper Casey Lake Dam?

Upper Casey 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 Upper Casey Lake Dam?

Upper Casey Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Upper Casey Lake Dam last inspected?

Upper Casey Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1984. 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.