Pettit Lake Dam, located in Clarke, Georgia, was completed in 1973 and serves as a recreational structure managed by private owners.
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The dam, designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, is an earth dam with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 22 feet and having a hydraulic height of 17 feet. With a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet, the dam primarily caters to recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 7 acres for water enthusiasts to explore.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Pettit Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2004. The dam features uncontrolled outlet gates and spillways, with no state regulation or inspection in place. While the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state agency, its prime location in Carey, Georgia, offers opportunities for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of this man-made structure and its surrounding natural environment. With its tranquil setting and recreational offerings, Pettit Lake Dam remains a captivating site for outdoor recreation and appreciation of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
North Oconee River At College St
|
197cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
312cfs |
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
|
172cfs |
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
712cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Arcade
|
269cfs |
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |