Sears Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sears Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03444 |
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
Saralyn C. Sears
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sears Lake Dam?
Sears 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 Sears Lake Dam?
Sears Lake Dam is owned by Saralyn C. Sears (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sears Lake Dam built?
Sears Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Sears Lake Dam?
Sears 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 Sears Lake Dam?
Sears Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Sears Lake Dam last inspected?
Sears Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.