Red Fox Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Fox Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 266 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 748 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00763 |
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
Hyde, Baker R.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Fox Lake Dam?
Red Fox 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 Red Fox Lake Dam?
Red Fox Lake Dam is owned by Hyde, Baker R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Fox Lake Dam built?
Red Fox Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Red Fox Lake Dam?
Red Fox 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 Red Fox Lake Dam?
Red Fox Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Red Fox Lake Dam last inspected?
Red Fox Lake Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.