Storer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Storer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 216 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04243 |
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
Stacy Storer, V. Steward and Betty Dobbs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Storer Lake Dam?
Storer 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 Storer Lake Dam?
Storer Lake Dam is owned by Stacy Storer, V. Steward and Betty Dobbs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Storer Lake Dam built?
Storer Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Storer Lake Dam?
Storer 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 Storer Lake Dam?
Storer Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.