Sumner Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area67 sq mi
NID IDGA03494

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 12, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sumner Investment Holdings, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Investment Holdings, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 12 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 Sumner Lake Dam last inspected?

Sumner Lake Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2016. 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.