Aldridge And Eason Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Aldridge and Eason Lake Dam, located in Bacon, Georgia, was completed in 1958 and serves as a recreational water resource in the St.
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Summary
James Church environs. The dam, primarily designed by SCS, is an earth-type structure with a buttress core and stands at a height of 13 feet, with a hydraulic height of 14 feet. The dam's storage capacity is 176 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 53 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 14 acres and draining an area of 2755 acres.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is inspected regularly and has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection conducted in July 2016 deemed the dam's condition as "not rated," indicating a need for further assessment. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk, and measures for risk management and emergency preparedness are yet to be fully established. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Aldridge and Eason Lake Dam represents a vital recreational site in Georgia's landscape, showcasing the intersection of human engineering and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
2755 |
Nid Storage |
176 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
2cfs |
Satilla River Near Waycross
|
45cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
3110cfs |
Satilla River At Atkinson
|
137cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Aldridge And Eason Lake Dam