Rigsby Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04919 |
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
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Reber
Private
Nearby Dams
Rigsby Lake Dam #1
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 8 ftSale City Marsh Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Unknown 8 ftWillingham Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 19 ftHowell Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 11 ftConnell Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 8 ftPittman Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 10 ftHatcher Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 9 ftSonny Glenn Estate Lake Dam
Mitchell, GA
Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rigsby Lake Dam #2?
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 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 Rigsby Lake Dam #2?
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Reber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rigsby Lake Dam #2 built?
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Rigsby Lake Dam #2?
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 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 Rigsby Lake Dam #2?
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 24 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 Rigsby Lake Dam #2 last inspected?
Rigsby Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on June 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.