Big Smoak Lake
Key Takeaway
Big Smoak Lake is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07162 |
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
Fort Eisenhower
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Big Smoak Lake?
Big Smoak Lake 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 Big Smoak Lake?
Big Smoak Lake is owned by Fort Eisenhower (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Smoak Lake built?
Big Smoak Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Big Smoak Lake?
Big Smoak Lake 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 Big Smoak Lake?
Big Smoak Lake has a dam height of 9 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 Big Smoak Lake last inspected?
Big Smoak Lake was last inspected on March 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.