Tucker Lake Dam

UNNAMED· Berrien, Georgia· Built 1952· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Tucker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area165 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDGA03503

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: May 19, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Moore, Elizabeth

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tucker Lake Dam?

Tucker 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 Tucker Lake Dam?

Tucker Lake Dam is owned by Moore, Elizabeth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tucker Lake Dam built?

Tucker Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Tucker Lake Dam?

Tucker Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tucker Lake Dam?

Tucker 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 Tucker Lake Dam last inspected?

Tucker Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 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.