Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam

unknown· Terrell, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage341 acre-ft
Normal Storage237 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06055

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: August 11, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Boyd Jr., James H.,

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam?

Chickasawhatchee Plantation 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 Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam?

Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam is owned by Boyd Jr., James H., (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam?

Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam last inspected?

Chickasawhatchee Plantation Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 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.