Oak Lake Dam

CRAWFORD CREEK· Columbia, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02203

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, 1998
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Oak Lake Farms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oak Lake Dam?

Oak 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 Oak Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Oak Lake Dam?

Oak 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 Oak Lake Dam?

Oak Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Oak Lake Dam last inspected?

Oak Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 1998. 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.