Mobleys Lake Dam

STANDING BOY CREEK· Harris, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length148 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage186 acre-ft
Normal Storage176 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
NID IDGA04618

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 5, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

James H. Stelzenmuller III

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mobleys Lake Dam?

Mobleys 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 Mobleys Lake Dam?

Mobleys Lake Dam is owned by James H. Stelzenmuller III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mobleys Lake Dam?

Mobleys 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 Mobleys Lake Dam?

Mobleys Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Mobleys Lake Dam last inspected?

Mobleys Lake Dam was last inspected on February 5, 2020. 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.