Skyline Subdivision Lake Dam in Newton, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1968 primarily for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 540 feet, with a storage capacity of 439 acre-feet. Situated on West Bear Creek, the dam poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition since its last inspection in April 1989. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam is currently not regulated by the state and does not have a state permit for operation.
With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's emergency action plan readiness is unknown, and it lacks inundation maps and updated emergency contacts. Although the dam has not been modified over the years and is not currently under the jurisdiction of a state regulatory agency, its risk management measures and potential risks are yet to be fully assessed. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition remains ungraded, raising questions about its long-term safety and maintenance requirements for the conservation of water resources and climate resilience in the area.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
WEST BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Nid Storage |
439 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Newton Factory Shoals Rec Area
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Hard Labor Creek State Park
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Camp Rutledge
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