Sailors Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sailors Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 228 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 97 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02340 |
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
Tipton, Keith
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sailors Lake Dam?
Sailors 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 Sailors Lake Dam?
Sailors Lake Dam is owned by Tipton, Keith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sailors Lake Dam built?
Sailors Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Sailors Lake Dam?
Sailors 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 Sailors Lake Dam?
Sailors Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Sailors Lake Dam last inspected?
Sailors Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.