Ford Lake Dam

BAY BRANCH· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage270 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area1,900 sq mi
NID IDGA06986

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 27, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Doe Run Plantation II, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ford Lake Dam?

Ford 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 Ford Lake Dam?

Ford Lake Dam is owned by Doe Run Plantation II, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ford Lake Dam?

Ford 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 Ford Lake Dam?

Ford Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ford Lake Dam last inspected?

Ford Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 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.