Everidge Lake Dam

No Name· Dooly, Georgia· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length485 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage111 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06014

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: March 21, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rigdon, Patricia Everidge

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Everidge Lake Dam?

Everidge 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 Everidge Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Everidge Lake Dam?

Everidge 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 Everidge Lake Dam?

Everidge Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Everidge Lake Dam last inspected?

Everidge Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2017. 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.