Sandy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sandy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 542 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01316 |
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
Blessed Property Land Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sandy Lake Dam?
Sandy 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 Sandy Lake Dam?
Sandy Lake Dam is owned by Blessed Property Land Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sandy Lake Dam built?
Sandy Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Sandy Lake Dam?
Sandy 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 Sandy Lake Dam?
Sandy Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Sandy Lake Dam last inspected?
Sandy Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.