Zachery Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Zachery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 27 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02890 |
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
John Zachary Walters
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zachery Lake Dam?
Zachery 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 Zachery Lake Dam?
Zachery Lake Dam is owned by John Zachary Walters (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zachery Lake Dam built?
Zachery Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Zachery Lake Dam?
Zachery 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 Zachery Lake Dam?
Zachery Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Zachery Lake Dam last inspected?
Zachery Lake Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.