Hunter Lake Dam

Name unknown· Carroll, Georgia· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDGA07564

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: November 1, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Vingers, Steven

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunter Lake Dam?

Hunter 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 Hunter Lake Dam?

Hunter Lake Dam is owned by Vingers, Steven (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hunter Lake Dam?

Hunter 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 Hunter Lake Dam?

Hunter Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Hunter Lake Dam last inspected?

Hunter Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. 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.