Vickers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vickers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 605 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01424 |
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
Gaskin, Robert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vickers Lake Dam?
Vickers 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 Vickers Lake Dam?
Vickers Lake Dam is owned by Gaskin, Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vickers Lake Dam built?
Vickers Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Vickers Lake Dam?
Vickers 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 Vickers Lake Dam?
Vickers Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 last inspected?
Vickers Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.