Rice Lake Dam South Reservoir Report
Nearby: Home Pond Dam Rice Lake Dam North
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rice Lake Dam South in Georgia serves as a critical infrastructure for irrigation purposes, providing water storage of 372.3 acre-feet in a 29.5-acre surface area.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 21.3 feet and spans 915 feet in length. While primarily privately owned, the dam is regulated by the state with regular inspections conducted to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Located in Randolph County, Georgia, the dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has not been modified in recent years and has not undergone a formal condition assessment. Although the risk management measures and emergency action plans are not specified, the dam's overall risk level is monitored and assessed to maintain its operational efficiency and safety for the surrounding community and environment.
With a history dating back to the mid-20th century, Rice Lake Dam South continues to play a significant role in water resource management in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the importance of maintaining and monitoring such infrastructure to ensure the sustainable use of water for irrigation and environmental conservation purposes.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
915 |
Dam Height |
21.3 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29.5 |
Drainage Area |
879 |
Nid Storage |
372.3 |
Structural Height |
20.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Rice Lake Dam South