Saraland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Saraland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 546 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 149 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05890 |
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
Wingate, W D
Private
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Saraland Lake Dam?
Saraland 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 Saraland Lake Dam?
Saraland Lake Dam is owned by Wingate, W D (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saraland Lake Dam built?
Saraland Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Saraland Lake Dam?
Saraland 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 Saraland Lake Dam?
Saraland Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.