Lunker Lake Dam

Name unknown· Douglas, Georgia· Earth· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage193 acre-ft
Normal Storage127 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDGA05611

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 4, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

FoxHall Investors, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lunker Lake Dam?

Lunker 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 Lunker Lake Dam?

Lunker Lake Dam is owned by FoxHall Investors, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lunker Lake Dam?

Lunker 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 Lunker Lake Dam?

Lunker Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Lunker Lake Dam last inspected?

Lunker Lake Dam was last inspected on May 4, 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.