Bar-O-Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bar-O-Ranch Lake Dam in Georgia is a privately owned structure designed by Dorsey Dean for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at 15 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 279 acre-feet. With a surface area of 27 acres and a drainage area of 370 acres, the dam serves its primary purposes effectively.
Located in Bacon County, Georgia, this dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While it is not currently regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam ensures proper water management for its surrounding area, making it an essential resource for fire protection and agricultural needs in the region.
Despite being unlisted for condition assessment and emergency action planning, Bar-O-Ranch Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, the dam stands as a reliable structure for its intended purposes and contributes to the local ecosystem's sustainability. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human infrastructure and environmental conservation in a rural setting.
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
370 |
Nid Storage |
279 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
2cfs |
Satilla River Near Waycross
|
45cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
3110cfs |
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.
Bar-O-Ranch Lake Dam