Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam

Oglethorpe, Georgia· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length306 ft
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage108 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06344

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: August 17, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ridgeway, Robert

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam?

Smithsonia Farms 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 Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam?

Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam is owned by Ridgeway, Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam?

Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam last inspected?

Smithsonia Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on August 17, 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.