Buckhorn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Buckhorn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 296 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,050 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00160 |
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
BASF Corp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buckhorn Lake Dam?
Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn Lake Dam?
Buckhorn Lake Dam is owned by BASF Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buckhorn Lake Dam built?
Buckhorn Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Buckhorn Lake Dam?
Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn Lake Dam?
Buckhorn Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Buckhorn Lake Dam last inspected?
Buckhorn Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.