Sky Meadow Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Sky Meadow Lake Dam, located in Harris, Georgia, was completed in 1965 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This private earth dam, standing at a height of 35 feet and with a length of 480 feet, creates a reservoir with a storage capacity of 369.8 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is not currently rated for its condition.

Although the dam is not state-regulated, it undergoes inspections every five years, with the last inspection conducted in November 2007. In the event of an emergency, the dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. While the overall risk assessment for the dam is moderate, there are no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans in place at this time.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sky Meadow Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the importance of maintaining infrastructure for recreational use while also highlighting the need for proper risk assessment and emergency preparedness. As the dam continues to provide enjoyment for visitors in the Geter Cemetery Environs area, it serves as a reminder of the balance between human-made structures and natural forces in our environment.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

480

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Drainage Area

395

Nid Storage

369.8

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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