Rosewood Lake Dam

REDSTONE CREEK· Jackson, Georgia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rosewood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area140 sq mi
NID IDGA00988

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: July 26, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Pound, Evelyn

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rosewood Lake Dam?

Rosewood 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 Rosewood Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Rosewood Lake Dam?

Rosewood 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 Rosewood Lake Dam?

Rosewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Rosewood Lake Dam last inspected?

Rosewood Lake Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2016. 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.