Bunyan Lake Dam

Name unknown· Clayton, Georgia· Built 1955· Earth· 22 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bunyan Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area120 sq mi
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDGA01784

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 1, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Old Mill Landing Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bunyan Lake Dam?

Bunyan Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bunyan Lake Dam?

Bunyan Lake Dam is owned by Old Mill Landing Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bunyan Lake Dam built?

Bunyan Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bunyan Lake Dam?

Bunyan 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 Bunyan Lake Dam?

Bunyan Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Bunyan Lake Dam last inspected?

Bunyan Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.