Okie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Okie Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 298 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| NID ID | GA06166 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Chapman, Billy Joe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Okie Lake Dam?
Okie 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 Okie Lake Dam?
Okie Lake Dam is owned by Chapman, Billy Joe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Okie Lake Dam?
Okie Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Okie Lake Dam last inspected?
Okie Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.