Sutton Lake Dam

Meadow Creek· Macon, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sutton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length705 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage395 acre-ft
Normal Storage152 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
NID IDGA04832

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: May 22, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Jaros & Green Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sutton Lake Dam?

Sutton 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 Sutton Lake Dam?

Sutton Lake Dam is owned by Jaros & Green Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sutton Lake Dam?

Sutton 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 Sutton Lake Dam?

Sutton Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Sutton Lake Dam last inspected?

Sutton Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2018. 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.