Snoey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Snoey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03685 |
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
Snoey, Steven H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snoey Lake Dam?
Snoey 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 Snoey Lake Dam?
Snoey Lake Dam is owned by Snoey, Steven H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snoey Lake Dam built?
Snoey Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Snoey Lake Dam?
Snoey Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snoey Lake Dam?
Snoey Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Snoey Lake Dam last inspected?
Snoey Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.