Yawn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Yawn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 127 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03134 |
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
Yawn, Ralph
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yawn Lake Dam?
Yawn 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 Yawn Lake Dam?
Yawn Lake Dam is owned by Yawn, Ralph (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yawn Lake Dam built?
Yawn Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Yawn Lake Dam?
Yawn 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 Yawn Lake Dam?
Yawn Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Yawn Lake Dam last inspected?
Yawn Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.