Skyland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Skyland 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 | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 599 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 799 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 468 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 640 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | GA01825 |
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
Skyland HOA City of Locust Grove
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Skyland Lake Dam?
Skyland 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 Skyland Lake Dam?
Skyland Lake Dam is owned by Skyland HOA City of Locust Grove (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skyland Lake Dam built?
Skyland 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 Skyland Lake Dam?
Skyland 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 Skyland Lake Dam?
Skyland Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Skyland Lake Dam last inspected?
Skyland Lake Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.