Sugar Plum Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sugar Plum Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 285 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03548 |
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
Peavy Sugar Plum Farm LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sugar Plum Lake Dam?
Sugar Plum 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 Plum Lake Dam?
Sugar Plum Lake Dam is owned by Peavy Sugar Plum Farm LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sugar Plum Lake Dam?
Sugar Plum 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 Plum Lake Dam?
Sugar Plum Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Plum Lake Dam last inspected?
Sugar Plum Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.