Sky Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sky Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,600 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00513 |
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
Sky Lake Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sky Lake Dam?
Sky 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 Sky Lake Dam?
Sky Lake Dam is owned by Sky Lake Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sky Lake Dam built?
Sky Lake Dam was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Sky Lake Dam?
Sky 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 Sky Lake Dam?
Sky Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Sky Lake Dam last inspected?
Sky Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.