Sullivan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sullivan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 713 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01194 |
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
Sullivan Lake Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sullivan Lake Dam?
Sullivan 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 Sullivan Lake Dam?
Sullivan Lake Dam is owned by Sullivan Lake Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sullivan Lake Dam built?
Sullivan Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Sullivan Lake Dam?
Sullivan 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 Sullivan Lake Dam?
Sullivan Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Sullivan Lake Dam last inspected?
Sullivan Lake Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.