Barwick Mills Lake Dam, located in LaFayette, Georgia, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Built in 1963, the dam stands at a height of 19.4 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 88.1 acre-feet.
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Despite being unregulated by the state and not having a designated state agency for inspection or enforcement, the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment level.
With a spillway type labeled as "Uncontrolled" and outlet gates also classified as such, Barwick Mills Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level, mainly due to its condition assessment being marked as "Not Rated." The dam overlooks an area with a surface area of 10.2 acres and a drainage area of 270 square miles. The overall risk management measures and emergency action plans for the dam are currently unspecified, leaving room for further analysis and evaluation by water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the potential implications and safety protocols associated with this particular structure.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
19.4 |
River Or Stream |
Unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.4 |
Drainage Area |
270 |
Nid Storage |
88.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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26cfs |
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178cfs |
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94cfs |
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20cfs |
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222cfs |
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845cfs |
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