Morton Lake Dam

Mill Creek· Cherokee, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Morton Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA07041

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 1, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Jacobs, Carl and Elizabeth;Wagner, Matthew and Amy

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Morton Lake Dam?

Morton Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Morton Lake Dam?

Morton Lake Dam is owned by Jacobs, Carl and Elizabeth;Wagner, Matthew and Amy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Morton Lake Dam?

Morton 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 Morton Lake Dam?

Morton Lake 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 Morton Lake Dam last inspected?

Morton Lake Dam was last inspected on May 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.