Stephens Lake Dam

PELHAM CREEK· Fayette, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage292 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area1,850 sq mi
NID IDGA04317

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: May 7, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mr. Jonas Jennings

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stephens Lake Dam?

Stephens 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 Stephens Lake Dam?

Stephens Lake Dam is owned by Mr. Jonas Jennings (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stephens Lake Dam?

Stephens 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 Stephens Lake Dam?

Stephens Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Stephens Lake Dam last inspected?

Stephens Lake Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2015. 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.