Hart Lake Dam

Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDGA00350

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 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ochlockonee Ridge Farms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hart Lake Dam?

Hart 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 Hart Lake Dam?

Hart Lake Dam is owned by Ochlockonee Ridge Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hart Lake Dam?

Hart 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 Hart Lake Dam?

Hart Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hart Lake Dam last inspected?

Hart Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2010. 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.