Riggs Lake Dam

Colquitt, Georgia· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Riggs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length915 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage156 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA09015

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: April 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

David Riggs

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Riggs Lake Dam?

Riggs 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 Riggs Lake Dam?

Riggs Lake Dam is owned by David Riggs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Riggs Lake Dam?

Riggs 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.

When was Riggs Lake Dam last inspected?

Riggs Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2010. 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.