Dalesmoore Plantation

Red Oak Creek, Flint River· Meriwether, Georgia· Built 1925· Gravity· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Dalesmoore Plantation is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.5K acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area120 sq mi
Max Discharge8,880 cfs
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDGA01109

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: September 7, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dalesmoore Plantation?

Dalesmoore Plantation 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 Dalesmoore Plantation?

Dalesmoore Plantation is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dalesmoore Plantation built?

Dalesmoore Plantation was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Dalesmoore Plantation?

Dalesmoore Plantation serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dalesmoore Plantation?

Dalesmoore Plantation 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 Dalesmoore Plantation last inspected?

Dalesmoore Plantation was last inspected on September 7, 2022. 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.