Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18

Wilkinson, Georgia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18 is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA)
Dam Length2,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage330 acre-ft
Normal Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06958

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: January 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BASF Corp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18?

Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18 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 Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18?

Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18 is owned by BASF Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18?

Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18 has a dam height of 28 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 Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18 last inspected?

Dixie Mine Pollution Control Dam # 18 was last inspected on January 1, 2018. 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.