Worthy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Worthy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00012 |
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
Kelly, Gary and Karen Scoggins, Ricky and Phyllis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Worthy Lake Dam?
Worthy 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 Worthy Lake Dam?
Worthy Lake Dam is owned by Kelly, Gary and Karen Scoggins, Ricky and Phyllis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Worthy Lake Dam built?
Worthy Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Worthy Lake Dam?
Worthy 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 Worthy Lake Dam?
Worthy Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Worthy Lake Dam last inspected?
Worthy Lake Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.