Sams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sams Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 591 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,530 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01396 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Southern Conservation Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sams Lake Dam?
Sams 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 Sams Lake Dam?
Sams Lake Dam is owned by Southern Conservation Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sams Lake Dam built?
Sams Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Sams Lake Dam?
Sams 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 Sams Lake Dam?
Sams Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Sams Lake Dam last inspected?
Sams Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.