Spring Lake Dam

MCKASKAY CREEK· Bartow, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length387 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage488 acre-ft
Normal Storage258 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area1,190 sq mi
NID IDGA00785

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: March 14, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hall,Steve and Kathy

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is owned by Hall,Steve and Kathy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?

Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2018. 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.