Buford Dam

Georgia — Gwinnett County — CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyGwinnett
RiverCHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER
Coordinates34.16033, -84.07388

Physical Characteristics

NID Height231 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length2,470 ft
NID Storage2,554,000 acre-ft
Max Storage2,554,000 acre-ft
Surface Area47,182 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 23, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1958
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Mobile District
Other NameLake Sidney Lanier

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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