Stoehr Dam

LITTLE SCULL SHOAL CREEK· Madison, Georgia· Built 1974· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stoehr Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDGA01853

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Stoehr, Henry A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stoehr Dam?

Stoehr 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 Stoehr Dam?

Stoehr Dam is owned by Stoehr, Henry A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stoehr Dam built?

Stoehr Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Stoehr Dam?

Stoehr 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 Stoehr Dam?

Stoehr Dam has a dam height of 22 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.

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.