Stone Mountain Park Lake Dam, located in DeKalb, Georgia, is a private earth dam built in 1961 by Robert and Company Associates for the primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 60 feet and stretches 1025 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 5600 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Stone Mountain Creek and is regulated by the Georgia Safe Dams Program, with inspections conducted regularly to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Stone Mountain Park Lake Dam has been assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in March 2017. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are currently unlisted. With a drainage area of 9043 acres and a surface area of 392 acres, the dam provides valuable recreational opportunities for the Lake Norris Community and visitors to Stone Mountain Park. It is essential to monitor and maintain the dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding area and the preservation of its ecological and recreational value.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1025 |
Dam Height |
60 |
River Or Stream |
Stone Mountain Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
392 |
Drainage Area |
9043 |
Nid Storage |
8470 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
60 |