Crouch Lake Dam # 1, located in Griffin, Georgia, was completed in 1965 and serves as a vital recreation spot in Spalding County.
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Designed by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet, with a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a length of 600 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 117 acre-feet and a normal storage of 72 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 8 acres.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it is categorized as having a moderate risk assessment. The last inspection conducted on the dam was in October 2012, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates, Crouch Lake Dam # 1 continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
117 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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