Boisikimbrough Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boisikimbrough Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 408 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 193 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02541 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
HIcks, Mr. and Mrs. Deron
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boisikimbrough Lake Dam?
Boisikimbrough 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 Boisikimbrough Lake Dam?
Boisikimbrough Lake Dam is owned by HIcks, Mr. and Mrs. Deron (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boisikimbrough Lake Dam built?
Boisikimbrough Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Boisikimbrough Lake Dam?
Boisikimbrough Lake 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 Boisikimbrough Lake Dam?
Boisikimbrough Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Boisikimbrough Lake Dam last inspected?
Boisikimbrough Lake Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.