Stalnaker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stalnaker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01037 |
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
Macon, Edwin & Norma
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stalnaker Lake Dam?
Stalnaker 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 Stalnaker Lake Dam?
Stalnaker Lake Dam is owned by Macon, Edwin & Norma (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stalnaker Lake Dam built?
Stalnaker Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Stalnaker Lake Dam?
Stalnaker 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 Stalnaker Lake Dam?
Stalnaker Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Stalnaker Lake Dam last inspected?
Stalnaker Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.