Hicks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hicks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 400 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02483 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Turner, Charles Stanley and Tim W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hicks Lake Dam?
Hicks 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 Hicks Lake Dam?
Hicks Lake Dam is owned by Turner, Charles Stanley and Tim W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hicks Lake Dam built?
Hicks Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hicks Lake Dam?
Hicks 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 Hicks Lake Dam?
Hicks Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hicks Lake Dam last inspected?
Hicks Lake Dam was last inspected on January 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.