Lake Aumond Dam

RAES CREEK· Richmond, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Aumond Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. 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	465 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	212 acre-ft
Normal Storage	42 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	GA02129

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 25, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Augusta Engineering Department

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Aumond Dam?

Lake Aumond 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 Lake Aumond Dam?

Lake Aumond Dam is owned by Augusta Engineering Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Aumond Dam?

Lake Aumond 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 Lake Aumond Dam?

Lake Aumond 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 Lake Aumond Dam last inspected?

Lake Aumond Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2019. 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.