Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam

WEST BEAR CREEK· Newton, Georgia· Built 1968· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage439 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDGA05152

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 1, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Skyline Corporation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam?

Skyline Subdivision 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 Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam?

Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam is owned by Skyline Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam built?

Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam?

Skyline Subdivision 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 Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam?

Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam last inspected?

Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.