Hunts Lake Dam

Name unknown· Polk, Georgia· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA)
Dam Length978 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02399

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: February 1, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Prather, Daniel Owens, Mr. & Mrs.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunts Lake Dam?

Hunts 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 Hunts Lake Dam?

Hunts Lake Dam is owned by Prather, Daniel Owens, Mr. & Mrs. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hunts Lake Dam?

Hunts 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 Hunts Lake Dam?

Hunts Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Hunts Lake Dam last inspected?

Hunts Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2019. 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.