Redwood Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Brooks, Georgia· Built 1957· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Redwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage639 acre-ft
Normal Storage153 acre-ft
Surface Area102 acres
Max Discharge639 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDGA03950

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: January 10, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

REDWOOD LAKE HOA INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Redwood Lake Dam?

Redwood 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 Redwood Lake Dam?

Redwood Lake Dam is owned by REDWOOD LAKE HOA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Redwood Lake Dam built?

Redwood Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Redwood Lake Dam?

Redwood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Redwood Lake Dam?

Redwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Redwood Lake Dam last inspected?

Redwood Lake Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2018. 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.