Eagle Lake Dam

Opossum Creek· Jackson, Georgia· Earth· 27 ft tall
Unknown Other Private

Key Takeaway

Eagle Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length297 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDGA06521

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 2, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Underwood, Kathy L.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam is owned by Underwood, Kathy L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Eagle Lake Dam last inspected?

Eagle Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 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.