Adkins Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Houston, Georgia· Built 1963· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Adkins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area490 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDGA00237

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Adkins, Mary

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adkins Lake Dam?

Adkins Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Adkins Lake Dam?

Adkins Lake Dam is owned by Adkins, Mary (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adkins Lake Dam built?

Adkins Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Adkins Lake Dam?

Adkins Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Adkins Lake Dam?

Adkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Adkins Lake Dam last inspected?

Adkins Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.