Basket Creek Dam

Basket Creek· Douglas, Georgia· Built 1978· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Basket Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA)
Dam Length381 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage347 acre-ft
Normal Storage249 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1,032 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDGA02518

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: May 3, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Richards, Lee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Basket Creek Dam?

Basket Creek 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 Basket Creek Dam?

Basket Creek Dam is owned by Richards, Lee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Basket Creek Dam built?

Basket Creek Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Basket Creek Dam?

Basket Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Basket Creek Dam?

Basket Creek Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Basket Creek Dam last inspected?

Basket Creek Dam was last inspected on May 3, 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.