Thigpens Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Worth, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length729 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified2006
NID IDGA03478

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 14, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lott, Barbara Carol Renshaw, Bradly L & Garrett Joann Frambro, William Lee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Thigpens Lake Dam?

Thigpens 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 Thigpens Lake Dam?

Thigpens Lake Dam is owned by Lott, Barbara Carol Renshaw, Bradly L & Garrett Joann Frambro, William Lee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Thigpens Lake Dam?

Thigpens 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 Thigpens Lake Dam?

Thigpens Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Thigpens Lake Dam last inspected?

Thigpens Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 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.