Sanders Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Banks, Georgia· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Length552 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage137 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02098

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: October 1, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sanders, Reagan

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sanders Lake Dam?

Sanders 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 Sanders Lake Dam?

Sanders Lake Dam is owned by Sanders, Reagan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sanders Lake Dam?

Sanders 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 Sanders Lake Dam?

Sanders Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Sanders Lake Dam last inspected?

Sanders Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2012. 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.