Stone Mountain Park Dam-North, located in DeKalb, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1965 for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 27 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 395 feet and impounds Stone Mountain Creek, covering a surface area of 6 acres within a drainage area of 19 square miles.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Stone Mountain Park Dam-North has a moderate risk assessment due to its aging infrastructure and lack of recent condition assessments. With the last inspection conducted in 2005 and no formal emergency action plan in place, there are concerns about the dam's ability to withstand potential flooding events. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. Despite its risks, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors to Stone Mountain Park and remains a key feature in the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
395 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
STONE MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
19 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Yellow River At Ga 124
|
233cfs |
N.F. Peachtree Creek At Graves Rd
|
0cfs |
No Business Creek At Lee Road
|
11cfs |
Yellow River At Pleasant Hill Rd
|
321cfs |
Big Haynes Creek At Lenora Road
|
15cfs |
S.F. Peachtree Creek
|
11cfs |