Dickey Rish Dam
Key Takeaway
Dickey Rish Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05841 |
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
Rish Archie C & Marilyn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dickey Rish Dam?
Dickey Rish 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 Dickey Rish Dam?
Dickey Rish Dam is owned by Rish Archie C & Marilyn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dickey Rish Dam built?
Dickey Rish Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Dickey Rish Dam?
Dickey Rish Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dickey Rish Dam?
Dickey Rish 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 Dickey Rish Dam last inspected?
Dickey Rish Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.