Sunset Hills Country Club Lake Dam, located in Carrollton, Georgia, was completed in 1948 and stands as a testament to the engineering expertise of the Soil Conservation Service.
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The dam, primarily designed for recreational purposes, is an earth structure with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 20.26 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. The dam's reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 79 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, covering an impressive surface area of 11.9 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment deems it as moderate (3) due to certain factors. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no state regulation or inspection in place. However, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated as of the last inspection in 2016. With its picturesque location and historical significance, Sunset Hills Country Club Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational hub in the region, offering both beauty and utility to water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
462 |
Dam Height |
20.26 |
River Or Stream |
Unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
643 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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John Tanner State Park
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McIntosh Reserve Park
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Chattahoochee Bend State Park
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