Bluffs Lake Dam

ALTAMAHA RIVER· Wayne, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Bluffs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length4,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage882 acre-ft
Normal Storage506 acre-ft
Surface Area46 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06556

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: April 19, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Blufss Homeowners Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bluffs Lake Dam?

Bluffs 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 Bluffs Lake Dam?

Bluffs Lake Dam is owned by Blufss Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Bluffs Lake Dam?

Bluffs Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Bluffs Lake Dam last inspected?

Bluffs Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2016. 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.