Rice Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Rice Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 915 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 372 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 879 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01072 |
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
Rhonda Rice Cowart Life Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rice Lake Dam South?
Rice Lake Dam South 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 Rice Lake Dam South?
Rice Lake Dam South is owned by Rhonda Rice Cowart Life Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rice Lake Dam South built?
Rice Lake Dam South was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Rice Lake Dam South?
Rice Lake Dam South serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rice Lake Dam South?
Rice Lake Dam South has a dam height of 21 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 Rice Lake Dam South last inspected?
Rice Lake Dam South was last inspected on October 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.