Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam

MIDDLE CREEK· Terrell, Georgia· Built 1998· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.7K acre-ft
Surface Area240 acres
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDGA05767

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 24, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BJK Plantation, Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam?

Southpoint Plantation 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 Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam?

Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam is owned by BJK Plantation, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam built?

Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam?

Southpoint Plantation 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 Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam?

Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam last inspected?

Southpoint Plantation Lake Dam was last inspected on August 24, 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.