Stackler Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stackler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 690 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03012 |
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
Crawford County Country Estates Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stackler Lake Dam?
Stackler 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 Stackler Lake Dam?
Stackler Lake Dam is owned by Crawford County Country Estates Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stackler Lake Dam built?
Stackler Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Stackler Lake Dam?
Stackler 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 Stackler Lake Dam?
Stackler Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Stackler Lake Dam last inspected?
Stackler Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.