Dixon Lake Dam

Berrien, Georgia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Dixon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage403 acre-ft
Surface Area62 acres
NID IDGA05427

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: May 18, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Dixon, Steve

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dixon Lake Dam?

Dixon 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 Dixon Lake Dam?

Dixon Lake Dam is owned by Dixon, Steve (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dixon Lake Dam?

Dixon Lake 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 Dixon Lake Dam?

Dixon Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Dixon Lake Dam last inspected?

Dixon Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.