Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 283 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02952 |
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
Middle South Soil and Water Conservation District
State Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam?
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 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 Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam?
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam is owned by Middle South Soil and Water Conservation District (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam built?
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam?
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam?
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam last inspected?
Bridge Creek Ochlocknee WS Structure # 83 Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.