Vickers Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Vickers Lake Dam East is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 253 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04124 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Tammy Vickers Brown
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vickers Lake Dam East?
Vickers Lake Dam East 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 Vickers Lake Dam East?
Vickers Lake Dam East is owned by Tammy Vickers Brown (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Vickers Lake Dam East?
Vickers Lake Dam East 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 Vickers Lake Dam East?
Vickers Lake Dam East has a dam height of 11 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 Vickers Lake Dam East last inspected?
Vickers Lake Dam East was last inspected on February 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.