Dixie Turf Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dixie Turf Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03491

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: July 28, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Beadles Land and Timber

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dixie Turf Lake Dam?

Dixie Turf 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 Dixie Turf Lake Dam?

Dixie Turf Lake Dam is owned by Beadles Land and Timber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dixie Turf Lake Dam?

Dixie Turf 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 Dixie Turf Lake Dam?

Dixie Turf 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 Dixie Turf Lake Dam last inspected?

Dixie Turf Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 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.