Summer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Summer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 615 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,890 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01829 |
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
Mcmickle, Wayne
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Summer Lake Dam?
Summer 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 Summer Lake Dam?
Summer Lake Dam is owned by Mcmickle, Wayne (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summer Lake Dam built?
Summer Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Summer Lake Dam?
Summer 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 Summer Lake Dam?
Summer 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 Summer Lake Dam last inspected?
Summer Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.