Bridges Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Randolph, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Bridges Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length825 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03579

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: July 1, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lonesome Pine Plantation Limited Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bridges Lake Dam?

Bridges 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 Bridges Lake Dam?

Bridges Lake Dam is owned by Lonesome Pine Plantation Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bridges Lake Dam?

Bridges 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 Bridges Lake Dam?

Bridges Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Bridges Lake Dam last inspected?

Bridges Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. 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.