Sky Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sky Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02102 |
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 Valley Club Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sky Valley Lake Dam?
Sky Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Sky Valley Lake Dam is owned by Sky Valley Club Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sky Valley Lake Dam built?
Sky Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Sky Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Sky Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Sky Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.