Goshen Plantation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 424 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02111 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
G.P.G.C., LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goshen Plantation Lake Dam?
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Goshen Plantation Lake Dam?
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam is owned by G.P.G.C., LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goshen Plantation Lake Dam built?
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Goshen Plantation Lake Dam?
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Goshen Plantation Lake Dam?
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Goshen Plantation Lake Dam last inspected?
Goshen Plantation Lake Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.