Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 314 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05595 |
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
Red Oaks Plantation, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam?
Red Oaks Plantation 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 Oaks Plantation Lake Dam?
Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam is owned by Red Oaks Plantation, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam built?
Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Oaks Plantation Lake Dam?
Red Oaks Plantation 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 Oaks Plantation Lake Dam?
Red Oaks Plantation Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.