Stanley Lake Dam, located in Midway, Georgia, is a private-owned structure built in 1970 for recreational purposes along Hightower Creek.
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The dam is an earth-type structure with a height of 12 feet and a length of 505 feet, providing a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and is categorized as having a moderate risk, with its condition not yet rated.
The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 13 acres and a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. While the dam is not under the jurisdiction of any federal agency, it is subject to state inspections, with the last one conducted in 2004. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has not been modified over the years and does not have an emergency action plan in place. Overall, Stanley Lake Dam presents as a modest yet important structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in its design and function within the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
505 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
HIGHTOWER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
395 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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