Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2

Lamar, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage525 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
NID IDGA06455

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
Last Inspection: April 21, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sugar Hill Land Company LLLP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2?

Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 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 Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2?

Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 is owned by Sugar Hill Land Company LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2?

Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2?

Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 last inspected?

Sugar Hill Farm Lake Dam # 2 was last inspected on April 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.