Moss Lake Dam South

BIG BRANCH· Colquitt, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Moss Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length615 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage365 acre-ft
Normal Storage114 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA03413

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

Moss Farms, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moss Lake Dam South?

Moss Lake Dam South 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 Moss Lake Dam South?

Moss Lake Dam South is owned by Moss Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moss Lake Dam South built?

Moss Lake Dam South 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 Moss Lake Dam South?

Moss Lake Dam South serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Moss Lake Dam South?

Moss Lake Dam South has a dam height of 12 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 Moss Lake Dam South last inspected?

Moss Lake Dam South 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.