Suwanee Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Clayton, Georgia· Built 1947· Earth· 23 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Suwanee Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length369 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area96 sq mi
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
Year Modified1983
NID IDGA01892

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 1, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Suwanee Lake, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Suwanee Lake Dam?

Suwanee Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Suwanee Lake Dam?

Suwanee Lake Dam is owned by Suwanee Lake, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Suwanee Lake Dam built?

Suwanee Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Suwanee Lake Dam?

Suwanee 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 Suwanee Lake Dam?

Suwanee Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Suwanee Lake Dam last inspected?

Suwanee Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2005. 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.