Sterling On The Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 805 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 452 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,470 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | GA00535 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Sterling on the Lake Community Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sterling On The Lake Dam #1?
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sterling On The Lake Dam #1?
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 is owned by Sterling on the Lake Community Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 built?
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Sterling On The Lake Dam #1?
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 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 Sterling On The Lake Dam #1?
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 has a dam height of 27 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 Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 last inspected?
Sterling On The Lake Dam #1 was last inspected on March 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.