Sky Meadow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sky Meadow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 395 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02769 |
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
Callaway Foundation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sky Meadow Lake Dam?
Sky Meadow 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 Meadow Lake Dam?
Sky Meadow Lake Dam is owned by Callaway Foundation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sky Meadow Lake Dam built?
Sky Meadow Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Meadow Lake Dam?
Sky Meadow 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 Meadow Lake Dam?
Sky Meadow Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Meadow Lake Dam last inspected?
Sky Meadow Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.