Oakwood Lakes Dam

Henry, Georgia· Built 1992· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Private

Key Takeaway

Oakwood Lakes Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length1,175 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage153 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDGA07080

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Oakwood Lake HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oakwood Lakes Dam?

Oakwood Lakes Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Oakwood Lakes Dam?

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

When was Oakwood Lakes Dam built?

Oakwood Lakes Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Oakwood Lakes Dam?

Oakwood Lakes Dam has a dam height of 26 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.

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.