Lake Sovereign Dam

BLANKETS CREEK· Cherokee, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage909 acre-ft
Normal Storage909 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
NID IDGA05338

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: March 27, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lake Sovereign HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Sovereign Dam?

Lake Sovereign 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 Sovereign Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Lake Sovereign Dam?

Lake Sovereign 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 Sovereign Dam?

Lake Sovereign Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Sovereign Dam last inspected?

Lake Sovereign Dam was last inspected on March 27, 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.