Sunset Hills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sunset Hills 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 | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01785 |
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
Realty Enterprises A & D LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunset Hills Lake Dam?
Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills Lake Dam?
Sunset Hills Lake Dam is owned by Realty Enterprises A & D LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunset Hills Lake Dam built?
Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills Lake Dam?
Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills Lake Dam?
Sunset Hills Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Sunset Hills Lake Dam last inspected?
Sunset Hills Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.