Sheffield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sheffield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,610 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03619 |
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
Jija Farms, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sheffield Lake Dam?
Sheffield 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 Sheffield Lake Dam?
Sheffield Lake Dam is owned by Jija Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheffield Lake Dam built?
Sheffield Lake Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Sheffield Lake Dam?
Sheffield 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 Sheffield Lake Dam?
Sheffield Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Sheffield Lake Dam last inspected?
Sheffield Lake Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.