Hicks Lake Dam

Ocmulgee River· Monroe, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length306 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDGA05623

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: June 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hix, Ricky

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Hix, Ricky (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 25 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 June 1, 2018. 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.