Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02972 |
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
Sunsweet Estates LLC Manna Plantation LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam?
Sweet Georgia Farms 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 Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam?
Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam is owned by Sunsweet Estates LLC Manna Plantation LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam built?
Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam?
Sweet Georgia Farms 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 Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam?
Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Sweet Georgia Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.