Sutcliffe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sutcliffe 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 | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 880 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03239 |
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
Watson Lake Investments
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sutcliffe Lake Dam?
Sutcliffe 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 Sutcliffe Lake Dam?
Sutcliffe Lake Dam is owned by Watson Lake Investments (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sutcliffe Lake Dam built?
Sutcliffe 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 Sutcliffe Lake Dam?
Sutcliffe 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 Sutcliffe Lake Dam?
Sutcliffe Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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.