Sconti Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sconti Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 209 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 355 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02373 |
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
Big Canoe Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sconti Lake Dam?
Sconti 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 Sconti Lake Dam?
Sconti Lake Dam is owned by Big Canoe Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sconti Lake Dam built?
Sconti Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Sconti Lake Dam?
Sconti 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 Sconti Lake Dam?
Sconti Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Sconti Lake Dam last inspected?
Sconti Lake Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.