Gaskin Lake Dam

Berrien, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
NID IDGA06031

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

Gaskins, Doug

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gaskin Lake Dam?

Gaskin 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 Gaskin Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Gaskin Lake Dam?

Gaskin 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 Gaskin Lake Dam?

Gaskin Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Gaskin Lake Dam last inspected?

Gaskin 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.