Stuckey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stuckey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 605 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00159 |
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
Stuckey, Wendell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stuckey Lake Dam?
Stuckey 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 Stuckey Lake Dam?
Stuckey Lake Dam is owned by Stuckey, Wendell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stuckey Lake Dam built?
Stuckey Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Stuckey Lake Dam?
Stuckey 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 Stuckey Lake Dam?
Stuckey Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Stuckey Lake Dam last inspected?
Stuckey Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.