Simmons Lake Dam

Webster, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Simmons Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02898

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Webster County Board of Commissioners

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Simmons Lake Dam?

Simmons 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 Simmons Lake Dam?

Simmons Lake Dam is owned by Webster County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Simmons Lake Dam?

Simmons Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.

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.