Sugar Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Pike, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Sugar Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length1,035 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage379 acre-ft
Normal Storage214 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02547

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: July 1, 2007
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Willoughby, Gene

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sugar Lake Dam?

Sugar 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 Sugar Lake Dam?

Sugar Lake Dam is owned by Willoughby, Gene (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sugar Lake Dam?

Sugar Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sugar Lake Dam?

Sugar Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lake Dam last inspected?

Sugar Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2007. 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.