Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 457 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,490 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04291 |
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
Lane, George H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam?
Sterling On The Lake Upper 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 Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam?
Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam is owned by Lane, George H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam built?
Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Upper Dam?
Sterling On The Lake Upper 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 Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam?
Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Upper Dam last inspected?
Sterling On The Lake Upper Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.