Sumner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sumner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,460 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03427 |
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
Sumner, Ronnie J
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sumner Lake Dam?
Sumner 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 Sumner Lake Dam?
Sumner Lake Dam is owned by Sumner, Ronnie J (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sumner Lake Dam built?
Sumner Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Sumner Lake Dam?
Sumner 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 Sumner Lake Dam?
Sumner Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.