Lake Sheri Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Sheri Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04857 |
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
Lake Sheri Property Owners Association Inc. C/O Joe Davis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Sheri Dam?
Lake Sheri 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 Lake Sheri Dam?
Lake Sheri Dam is owned by Lake Sheri Property Owners Association Inc. C/O Joe Davis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Sheri Dam built?
Lake Sheri Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lake Sheri Dam?
Lake Sheri 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 Lake Sheri Dam?
Lake Sheri Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lake Sheri Dam last inspected?
Lake Sheri Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.