Sanders Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sanders Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02447 |
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
Sanders, Thomas Leigh, Jr.
Private
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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, Thomas Leigh, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanders Lake Dam built?
Sanders Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 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 18 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 July 1, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.