Sharpley Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Candler, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Sharpley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length680 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage199 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area240 sq mi
NID IDGA04058

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 4, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HELEN T. SHARPLEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sharpley Lake Dam?

Sharpley 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 Sharpley Lake Dam?

Sharpley Lake Dam is owned by HELEN T. SHARPLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sharpley Lake Dam?

Sharpley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sharpley Lake Dam?

Sharpley Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Sharpley Lake Dam last inspected?

Sharpley Lake Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.