Lumpkin Lake Dam

TIGER THICKET CREEK· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lumpkin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03493

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: July 13, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Beadles Land and Timber

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lumpkin Lake Dam?

Lumpkin 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 Lumpkin Lake Dam?

Lumpkin Lake Dam is owned by Beadles Land and Timber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lumpkin Lake Dam?

Lumpkin Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lumpkin Lake Dam?

Lumpkin Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Lumpkin Lake Dam last inspected?

Lumpkin Lake Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2016. 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.