Hunnicut Lake Dam

Unknown name· Macon, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hunnicut Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage191 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1,240 sq mi
NID IDGA03040

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 21, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Katherine H. Hunnicut Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunnicut Lake Dam?

Hunnicut Lake Dam 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 Hunnicut Lake Dam?

Hunnicut Lake Dam is owned by Katherine H. Hunnicut Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hunnicut Lake Dam?

Hunnicut 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 Hunnicut Lake Dam?

Hunnicut Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Hunnicut Lake Dam last inspected?

Hunnicut Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2018. 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.